The Monkey's Paw

Front

How can you tell that Sergeant-Major Morris thinks the monkey’s paw is dangerous?

Back

He throws the paw onto the fire.

Front

What detail foreshadows, or hints, that Morris’s story about the monkey’s paw may be true?

Back

Mr. White feels the paw move.

Front

Why does Mr. White wish for two hundred pounds?

Back

It is the amount Mr. White needs to pay off their house.

Front

Why does Mr. White refuse to help his wife open the door?

Back

afraid that his second wish has come true.

Front

What is a theme, or lesson, in this story?

Back

Be careful what you wish for.

Front

Peril

Back

danger.

Front

Grimace

Back

A facial expression of disgust

Front

What does someone who believes in fate believe?

Back

There is a power that determines events.

Front

Credulity

Back

a tendency to believe too readily

Front

Compensation is

Back

money received as a payment.