The Monkey's Paw

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

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Be careful what you wish for.

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

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Mr. White feels the paw move.

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Why is the detail about receiving 200 pounds important to the plot?

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

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What happened to the man who owned the monkey's paw before Sergeant Morris?

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He died.

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

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He is afraid that his second wish has come true.

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What does the monkey's paw symbolize in the story?

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The dangers of tampering with fate.

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How does the author use foreshadowing in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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By hinting at the consequences of the wishes through subtle details.

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What role does the character of Sergeant Morris play in the story?

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He introduces the monkey's paw and warns the Whites about its dangers.

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What is the significance of the number three in the story?

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It represents the three wishes granted by the paw and the idea of fate.

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How does the setting contribute to the mood of the story?

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The eerie and suspenseful atmosphere enhances the themes of fear and consequence.