Footprints Without Feet: The Necklace · Class 10 · CBSE English

What was the primary cause of Matilda's constant unhappiness at the beginning of the story?

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easy · MCQ · Q-55A7B1

What was the primary cause of Matilda's constant unhappiness at the beginning of the story?

  1. A.Her husband's harsh and abusive behavior towards her
  2. B.Her humble, impoverished family background and lack of luxuriesCorrect answer
  3. C.Her inability to read and write well
  4. D.Her failing health and chronic illness

Solution

Matilda was born into a poor family of clerks and felt she was born for all the delicacies and luxuries of life. Her modest living conditions caused her endless suffering and unhappiness.

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