Question

Part A What can be inferred about why Mathilde's husband gets her an invitation to the ball in "The Necklace"? He knows it will make her unhappy. He is thinking only of himself and his own wishes. He hopes to teach her a lesson. He thinks it will make her happy. Question 2 Part B Which sentence from "The Necklace" best supports the inference in Part A? "'But, my dear, I thought you would be pleased." "He stammered, 'Why, the gown you go to the theater in. It looks very well to me.'" "'There,' said he, 'there is something for you.'" "They looked at each other, thunderstruck."

Answer 1

Answer:

Part A) He thinks it will make her happy.

Part B) "'But, my dear, I thought you would be pleased."