The Monkey's Paw Quiz

After Morris used the paw, he

• wanted to destroy it.

• went on vacation.

• got sick.

• lost his wife.

1. Which line does NOT foreshadow what happens to Herbert?

• “Yeah, and when I get home from work tomorrow…”

• “...Why not wish for enough money to pay off the mortgage on the house?”

• “Are you going to make a wish tonight dad?”

What fact about Mrs. White helps you predict what the second wish will be?

• She is very angry.

• She does not fear death.

• She does not believe in the monkey's paw.

• She is a loving mother.

What is “The Monkey's Paw” about?

• a retired sergeant major who brings a magical monkey's paw home from India

• an unsuspecting son who dies as a result of his mother's greed

• a monkey's paw that grants three wishes to three different people

• a magical but evil monkey's paw that ruins the quiet life of a family

Why is Mr. White afraid to wish a second time?

• He does not believe the paw can grant wishes.

• He is so grief-stricken that he forgets the paw.

• He realizes his wishes can have bad consequences.

• He has become angry since Herbert's death.

Which of the following would be the best theme of The Monkey’s Paw?

• People should not attempt to alter their fate.

• A magical monkey’s paw should never be used to make wishes.

• Be careful what you wish for.

• Money is the root of all evil.

Mr. White feels guilty for causing Herbert's death. This is an example of:

• Internal conflict

• 1. External conflict

• Mood

• Point of View

Mr. White said Morris always said he wanted to find what?

• a nice girl

• the secret of life

• a good job

• a family

The White family’s first response to Sergeant Major Morris’ story about the monkey’s paw is mainly:

• 1. interested and doubtful

• frightened and worried

• curious and fascinated

• unconcerned and doubtful

What mood do you find in the story when the Whites stop speaking to one another after Herbert's death?

• hopeless grief

• quiet thought

• hurtful anger

• hopeful acceptance