How is the theme of "pride and greed lead to a downfall" developed in "The Necklace"?
At the beginning of the story, Mathilde is depicted as someone who always wants much more than she has.
In order to pay for the necklace she borrowed to appear rich, Mathilde must work hard for many years to repay a debt.
Mathilde appears rich while wearing the necklace, but her ragged cloak reveals she is not wealthy.
Madame Forestier agrees to lend Mathilde a necklace because she is rich and unconcerned about the cost.