Exploring Text Evidence in The Monkey's Paw

What is the initial mood in the White family home at the beginning of "The Monkey's Paw"?

• Tense and anxious

• Warm and cozy

• Sad and gloomy

• Chaotic and loud

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does Sergeant-Major Morris warn the White family about the monkey's paw?

• It grants unlimited wishes

• It brings good fortune

• It has a curse and brings trouble

• It is a fake and has no power

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does Mr. White come to possess the monkey's paw?

• He finds it in the garden

• He buys it from a shop

• He receives it as a gift from a friend

• He takes it from Sergeant-Major Morris

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the first wish Mr. White makes with the monkey's paw?

• For a new house

• For 200 pounds

• For a long life

• For good health

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the consequence of Mr. White's first wish?

• They win a lottery

• They receive an inheritance

• Their son dies in an accident

• They find money in the garden

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does the White family receive the 200 pounds?

• As a gift from a friend

• As compensation for their son's death

• As a lottery prize

• As a salary bonus

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is Mrs. White's reaction to the news of her son's death?

• She is relieved

• She is indifferent

• She is devastated

• She is joyful

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the second wish made by Mr. White?

• For his son to come back to life

• For more money

• For a new job

• For a new house

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What lesson does "The Monkey's Paw" convey about interfering with fate?

• It is always beneficial

• It has no consequences

• It can lead to unexpected and tragic outcomes

• It is a way to achieve happiness

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best describes the mood of "The Monkey's Paw"?

• dull

• ominous

• hostile

• quiet

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4