The Monkey's Paw

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What is the main theme of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Be careful what you wish for.

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Who is Sergeant Major Morris?

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He is a character who introduces the monkey's paw to the White family.

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What does the monkey's paw symbolize?

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The dangers of interfering with fate.

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What is the significance of Herbert's death?

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It serves as a consequence of the family's wishes and foreshadows the dangers of the paw.

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What does Mr. White's final wish imply?

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It implies a desire to undo the consequences of their previous wishes.

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What does the first man's third wish foreshadow?

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Herbert's death.

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What did Herbert see in the fire?

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A monkey's face.

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What lesson can be learned from 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Wishes can have unintended consequences.

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How does the setting contribute to the story?

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The eerie and isolated setting enhances the story's suspense and themes.

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What role does fate play in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Fate is portrayed as something that should not be tampered with.