The Monkey's Paw

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What is the setting of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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The story is set in an isolated house.

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How does Mr. White react to the monkey’s paw?

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Mr. White is interested in the monkey’s paw.

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What is Mrs. White's reaction to the monkey’s paw?

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Mrs. White is disgusted by the monkey’s paw.

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What is Herbert's attitude towards the monkey’s paw?

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Herbert is interested in the monkey’s paw.

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What is the family's attitude when they make their wish?

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The family's attitude is playful.

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What does the sergeant-major think of the monkey’s paw?

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He thinks it is dangerous.

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What is a key theme of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Ignoring the wisdom and experience of others can lead to terrible consequences.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Foreshadowing is prominently used in the story.

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What does the monkey’s paw symbolize?

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The monkey’s paw symbolizes the consequences of greed and the desire to control fate.

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What is the significance of the number of wishes granted by the monkey’s paw?

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The three wishes granted by the monkey’s paw highlight the idea of unintended consequences.