The Monkeys Paw

How does the author use dramatic irony in 'The Monkey's Paw'? (Irony)

• The author uses dramatic irony to create humor and lightheartedness in the story.

• The author uses dramatic irony to confuse the readers and make the plot unclear.

• The author uses dramatic irony to make the story predictable and boring.

• The author uses dramatic irony to create tension and suspense in the story.

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Describe the character of Mrs. White in 'The Monkey's Paw'. (Characterization)

• Kind and compassionate

• Energetic and outgoing

• Curious and impulsive

• Cautious and thoughtful

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What is the main theme of 'The Monkey's Paw'? (Theme)

• The power of positive thinking

• The importance of family traditions

• Consequences of tempting fate and dangers of wishing for more than what one has

• The benefits of taking risks

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Describe the character of Mr. White in 'The Monkey's Paw'. (Characterization)

• Kind and compassionate

• Energetic and outgoing

• Curious and impulsive

• Cautious and thoughtful

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How does the author use the monkey's paw as a symbol in the story? (Symbolism)

• The monkey's paw is used as a symbol of temptation and the consequences of meddling with fate.

• The monkey's paw represents the importance of hard work and determination

• The monkey's paw symbolizes the power of positive thinking

• The monkey's paw is a symbol of good luck and prosperity

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A messenger from Maw & Meggins tells the Whites that they are receiving 200 pounds. This detail is important to the plot because

• it shows that Sergeant Morris knew that Herbert would die if Mr. White made a wish.

• it reveals that the monkey's paw granted Mr. White's wish in a horrible way.

• it resolves Mr. White's problem of needing to pay off his house.

• it creates a conflict between the Whites and Maw & Meggins.

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In "The Monkey's Paw," why does Sergeant Major Morris grow pale when the Whites ask him about his three wishes on the monkey's paw?

• The idea of magic frightens him.

• He is trying not to laugh as he fools his friends.

• He is remembering the horrible effects of his wishes.

• He is ashamed of believing in the monkey's paw.

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In "The Monkey's Paw," what fact about Mrs. White helps you predict what the second wish will be?

• She is a loving mother who is saddened by her son's death.

• She does not believe Herbert is actually dead.

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

• She is very angry at Sergeant Morris.

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_{In "The Monkey's Paw," what is outside the door after Mr. White's second wish?}

• the man from Maw and Meggins

• Herbert, back from the dead

• Sergeant Morris

• the monkey looking for his missing paw

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_{^{Which event in "The Monkey's Paw," signals the resolution of the story?}}

• Sergeant Morris comes to visit the Whites.

• Mr. White makes his second wish on the paw.

• The messenger from Maw and Meggins visits the Whites.

• The knocking at the door stops after Mr. White's third wish.

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