Question

"One Sunday, as she had gone for a walk along the Champs-Elysees to rid herself of the cares of the week, she caught sight suddenly of a woman who was taking a child out for a walk. It was Madame Forestier, still young, still beautiful, still attractive."

What is Madame Loisel most likely thinking and feeling when she sees Madame Forestier on the street?

A. She's furious that she and her husband went into so much debt to replace the necklace.
B. She's jealous of Madame Forestier because she could easily afford the necklace.
C. She's upset because it reminds her of how she once looked herself.
D. She's ashamed of her own appearance and wants to run away and hide.

Answer 1

I haven't read this book yet but by the following description I would choose C

Answer 2

Answer:

D. She's ashamed of her own appearance and wants to run away and hide.

Explanation:

Madame Loisel was charming and beautiful women who used to feel inferior about the family status to which she belonged to. Her dreams are elaborate and filled with materialistic desires. There comes a part in the story when she feels regret when she sees Madame Forestier. She feels that once she was also that charming and beautiful. It was her desire for wealth and false happiness which made her gross.