“The Necklace” - Paris in the 19th Century (Social Classes)



“The Necklace” - Paris in the 19th Century

(Social Classes)

Link to social classes in Paris during the 19th Century:



Pre-reading Activity:

Answer the following questions about the social classes in Paris during the 1800s, and remember, check the appropriate links for the answers.

The Upper Class:

1. How did upper class Parisian women often spend their time?

2. What was visually notable about upper class Parisian women?

The Middle Class:

1. What caused an explosion in middle class population in Paris during the 1800s?

2. How did artists depict middle class Parisian women during the 1800s?

The Lower Class:

1. What skills were primarily used by the lower class Parisians during the 1800s?

2. What were some of the jobs lower class Parisian women held during the 19th century?

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