The cause of the characters' values in "The Necklace" is primarily driven by the protagonist, Mathilde Loisel. Mathilde is a woman who values wealth, luxury, and social status above all else. She is dissatisfied with her lower-class life and constantly compares herself to the wealthy upper-class individuals around her, leading her to have a sense of entitlement. This leads Mathilde to make decisions that prioritize appearances and material possessions, rather than more meaningful aspects of life.
The effect of these values is a series of unfortunate events that unfold in the story. Mathilde's desire for wealth and status leads her to borrow a costly necklace from her friend, Madame Forestier, to wear to a prestigious event. When she loses the necklace, she and her husband must take out loans to replace it, plunging them into debt and poverty. Through their efforts to repay the debt, Mathilde and her husband suffer greatly, experiencing hardship and loss.
In the end, Mathilde learns the true value of honesty and humility, as she discovers that the necklace she borrowed was actually an inexpensive imitation. Her pursuit of material wealth and social status ultimately leads her to lose everything she held dear, highlighting the consequences of prioritizing shallow values over more important aspects of life such as honesty, gratitude, and contentment.
Describe the cause and effect of the characters values contained in “The Necklace”
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