The Monkey's Paw

Read the following sentence from paragraph 26 of the story. He wanted to show that fate ruled people's lives, and that those who interfered with it did so to their sorrow. How does this sentence illustrate the theme of the text?

• It suggests that believing only in the power of fate can ruin people's lives.

• It suggests that people control their own fate and all the events in their lives.

• It implies that only some people should have power over the lives or fate of others.

• It implies that nobody should try to control their own fate or the lives of other people.

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Read the sentence below from paragraph 40 of the story. "Better let it burn," said the soldier solemnly. This sentence is important to the text because it -

• explains why the soldier does not want the monkey's paw

• predicts that something bad will come from the monkey's paw

• illustrates how the soldier thinks the monkey's paw is worthless

• hints that nobody really believes in the magic of the monkey's paw

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Read the following sentence from paragraph 64 of the story. ". . . and something horrible squatting up on top of the wardrobe watching you as you pocket your ill-gotten gains." Which statement best describes how this sentence foreshadows the events to come?

• It shows that Herbert believes monsters are real.

• It points to the idea that Herbert will be harmed.

• It hints that some kind of evil will visit the White family.

• It suggests that the White family is in need of money.

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Read the following sentence from paragraph 71 of the story. All of which did not prevent her from scurrying to the door at the postman's knock, when she found that the post brought a tailor's bill. The author includes this sentence most likely to -

• show that Mrs. White is diligent and sensible about her life

• reveal that Mrs. White has little trust in her postman's ability

• reveal that Mrs. White believes in the monkey's paw more than she lets on

• show that Mrs. White is nervous and apprehensive about the monkey's paw

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What do paragraphs 101-121 reveal about Mr. White?

• He knows that the monkey's paw is dangerous.

• He doesn't want to touch the disgusting monkey's paw.

• He doesn't want to spend one of his wishes trying to bring their son back.

• He knows that everything will be okay if he can just make one more wish.

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Why does the author of the story introduce Sergeant-Major Morris? Cite evidence to support your answer.

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Which scene in the film clip suggests that one of the characters feels hopeful?

• When Mrs. White remembers they have two more wishes

• When Mr. White realizes how they can use the second wish

• When Mrs. White is trying to open the door

• When Mr. White is in bed staring at the candle

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The scene in the film clip when Mr. White sees a flash of Herbert in his coffin is important because it -

• shows what the monkey's paw will do to anyone who uses its wishes

• suggests that the Mr. White has a vivid imagination

• suggests that the monkey's paw has a sense of justice

• shows that a badly injured Herbert is rising from the grave

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Which quote from the film clip most clearly conveys a mood of desperation?

• You killed my son!

• You're afraid of your own son.

• I can't open the door!

• It is colder for my son.

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This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A What theme from traditional stories is central to "The Monkey's Paw"? The danger of the unknown as well as the known The danger of temptation and greed The challenge of knowing good from evil The challenge of facing the truth as well as mystery Part B Which quote from the short story best illustrates the answer to Part A?

• He began to talk, the little family circle regarding with eager interest this visitor from distant parts, as he squared his broad shoulders in the chair and spoke of wild scenes and doughty deeds; of wars and plagues and strange peoples. (paragraph 13)

• "Well, it's just a bit of what you might call magic, perhaps," said the sergeant-major off-handedly. (paragraph 21)

• "The first man had his three wishes. Yes," was the reply; "I don't know what the first two were, but the third was for death. That's how I got the paw." (paragraph 33)

• "If the tale about the monkey's paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shan't make much out of it." (paragraph 49)

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