“The Necklace” (1884) is the Guy de Maupassant short story best known for its surprise ending.

-The language of over one hundred years ago has been modernized.

-End notes, interpretation, and discussion of major themes follow the text.

-Biographical information on Guy de Maupassant is included.

-Every effort has been made to keep the story as close to the original as possible.

-Modern readers will better understand and appreciate the story.

-AR Accelerated Reader Quiz No. 100330 EN Fiction IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 0.5.

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