The Monkeys Paw

What is the primary theme of 'The Monkey's Paw' that can be related to scientific experimentation?

• The consequences of tampering with natural laws

• The benefits of scientific discovery

• The importance of scientific ethics

• The role of observation in science

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

In 'The Monkey's Paw', the paw grants wishes. Which scientific concept does this resemble?

• Cause and effect

• Conservation of energy

• Newton's third law

• Entropy

How can the story of 'The Monkey's Paw' be used to explain the concept of unintended consequences in scientific experiments?

• By showing how wishes lead to unexpected results

• By demonstrating the importance of control variables

• By illustrating the need for peer review

• By emphasizing the role of hypothesis testing

Which scientific principle is illustrated by the idea that every wish in 'The Monkey's Paw' comes with a cost?

• Newton's third law: For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction

• The law of conservation of mass

• The principle of superposition

• The uncertainty principle

What lesson from 'The Monkey's Paw' can be applied to the ethical considerations in scientific research?

• The importance of considering potential negative outcomes

• The necessity of obtaining informed consent

• The value of collaboration in research

• The need for accurate data collection

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

In 'The Monkey's Paw', the wishes lead to negative outcomes. Which scientific concept does this parallel?

• The butterfly effect

• The Doppler effect

• The greenhouse effect

• The photoelectric effect

How does 'The Monkey's Paw' illustrate the concept of risk assessment in scientific research?

• By showing the dangers of not considering potential risks

• By highlighting the importance of statistical analysis

• By emphasizing the need for experimental controls

• By demonstrating the role of peer review

What scientific method step is most closely related to the decision-making process in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

• Hypothesis formulation

• Experimentation

• Observation

• Conclusion

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NGSS.HS-LS4-2

Which aspect of 'The Monkey's Paw' can be used to discuss the limitations of scientific predictions?

• The unpredictability of wish outcomes

• The accuracy of initial observations

• The reliability of experimental data

• The precision of measurement tools

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

How does 'The Monkey's Paw' relate to the concept of ethical dilemmas in scientific advancements?

• By presenting choices with moral consequences

• By showing the benefits of technological progress

• By illustrating the need for scientific literacy

• By emphasizing the role of funding in research

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS2-7