"The Monkey's Paw" Flashcard

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What is the definition of 'fate'?

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A power that is supposed to determine the course of events.

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What foreshadows that the paw was evil in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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"If you keep it, don't blame me for what happens."

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What is the overall feeling or atmosphere of a work of literature called?

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Mood.

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What is the use of hints or clues to suggest events that will occur later in the story?

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Foreshadowing.

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What is the setting of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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An English village.

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What does 'foreshadowing' mean in literature?

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The use of hints or clues to suggest events that will occur later in the story.

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What is the meaning of 'mood' in literature?

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The overall feeling or atmosphere of a work of literature.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'don't blame me for what happens' in the story?

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It suggests a warning about the consequences of using the paw.

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What is the term for a literary device that creates suspense?

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Suspense.

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What does 'irony' mean in literature?

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A contrast between expectation and reality.