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Which subject	English
What topic	The Necklace
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
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Lesson Plan: The Necklace

Subject: English

Grade Level: 7

Duration: 30 minutes

Topic: The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant

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Objective

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Explore the themes and characters in "The Necklace."
• Analyze the moral of the story and its relevance.
• Engage in a discussion about the consequences of pride and materialism.

Materials Needed

• Copies of "The Necklace" text
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (if available)
• Discussion questions handout
• Exit ticket for assessment

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Greeting and Attendance: Start the class by welcoming students and taking attendance.
• Hook: Ask students if they had ever lent something valuable to someone and they lost it. Discuss their feelings and what they learned from the experience.

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

• Overview of the Story:

  • Briefly introduce Guy de Maupassant and the context of "The Necklace."
  • Provide a summary of the story: Mathilde Loisel, a woman who feels she deserves a more luxurious life, borrows a necklace for a ball and loses it, leading to a life-altering consequence.

• Key Themes:

  • Pride and Vanity: Discuss how Mathilde's desire for status and luxury leads to her downfall.
  • Materialism: Explore how the story presents material wealth and social status in a critical light.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

• Reading Activity:
  • Divide the class into small groups and provide each group with a copy of "The Necklace."
  • Have them read the story aloud within their groups.
  • Encourage them to underline key phrases that relate to the themes discussed.

Discussion (5 minutes)

• Class Debrief:
  • Bring the class together and facilitate a discussion using the following questions:
    1. What do you think is the central message of "The Necklace"?
    2. How did Mathilde’s choices affect her life?
    3. Are there modern examples of pride leading to downfall?

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Wrap-Up: Highlight the main points discussed in class. Reinforce the moral that materialism and pride can have significant consequences.
• Exit Ticket: Ask students to write a short response to the question: "What lesson can we learn from Mathilde's story about the value of honesty and wealth?"

Assessment

• Collect exit tickets to gauge student understanding and insights on the theme of the story.

Additional Resources

• Suggest students read more about Guy de Maupassant and explore his other works to enhance their understanding of his literary style.

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Notes

Adjust timing as necessary to fit the flow of the class and ensure student engagement. Encourage respectful discussion and critical thinking throughout the lesson.