The Monkey's Paw Part II

(DOK 1 - Remembering)
What is the source of Mrs. White's initial disbelief about the paw's powers?
Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• She trusts Morris’s stories.

• She believes magic cannot exist in modern times.

• She is worried about her husband's obsession.

• She witnessed the paw move.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 2 - Understanding)
Which event directly leads to Mrs. White’s change in attitude towards the paw?
Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• Herbert's joke about the paw's powers
  

• The arrival of the tailor's bill
  

• The arrival of the well-dressed stranger
  

• Mr. White’s insistence that the paw moved

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 2 - Understanding)

What can you infer about Mrs. White's feelings when she says, “How could two hundred pounds hurt you, father?”

Standard: ELAGSE8RL1

• She believes the paw will bring wealth and happiness.
  .

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

• 
  She is worried about the money.
  

• She is excited about getting money from the paw

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 2 - Understanding)

What does the arrival of the stranger foreshadow in the story?

Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• Herbert has won an award.
  

• Something bad has happened to Herbert.
  

• Herbert is coming home.
  

• The paw's wishes are starting to fail.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 3 - Applying)

What is the significance of the stranger being hesitant to enter the house?

Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• He is nervous about meeting the Whites.
  

• He does not want to deliver bad news.

• He is unfamiliar with the house.
  

• He is scared of the monkey's paw.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 4 - Evaluating)
Determine the impact of the final revelation about the “two hundred pounds.” How does it connect to the theme of unintended consequences?
Standard: ELAGSE8RL2

• It demonstrates that desires can lead to tragedy.
  

• It shows that wishes have no real consequences.

• It suggests that wealth can bring happiness.
  

• It proves that the paw’s magic was never real.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

(DOK 1 - Remembering)

What company does the visitor represent?

Standard: ELAGSE8RL1

• Tailor and Sons

• Morris and Son
  

• Serta and Simmons
  

• Maw and Meggins
  

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

(DOK 4 - Analyzing)

How does the author use foreshadowing to build suspense in this section?

Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• Herbert's joke about the two hundred pounds falling from the sky

• Mrs. White laughing at her husband's credulity
  

• The arrival of the postman with a bill

• The way the paw is placed on the sideboard
  
  

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 3 - Applying)

How does the visitor’s demeanor contribute to the tone of the story in this section?

Standard: ELAGSE8RL3

• It creates a tone of humor.

• It lightens the mood.

• It adds to the mystery and fear.
  

• It contrasts with the family's anxiety.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

(DOK 4 - Evaluating)
What lesson might the reader infer from the outcome of the Whites’ wish for money?
Standard: ELAGSE8RL2

• True happiness comes from wealth and material possessions.

• It is better to ignore superstitions.

• Greed always leads to fulfillment.

• Be careful what you wish for, as it may come true in unexpected ways.
  

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2