Question

Why is Mathilde so eager to leave the ball quickly?

to keep people from noticing her poor coat

to run away from someone who believes she is poor

because she did not have a good time at the ball

because she did not want to talk to the other ladies

Answers

GPT-4o mini
Mathilde is eager to leave the ball quickly primarily to keep people from noticing her poor coat. She feels embarrassed about her modest clothing compared to the wealth and elegance of others attending the ball. This anxiety about her appearance is a central theme in Guy de Maupassant's story "The Necklace," highlighting her desire for social status and acceptance.