"The Monkey's Paw" Flashcard

Front

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

Back

Mr. White feels the paw move.

Front

Which sentence correctly uses the word containing the root -CRED-?

Back

Because some soldiers have a reputation for exaggerating their adventures, Mrs. White discredits everything Sergeant-Major Morris says about the monkey's paw.

Front

What does credulity mean?

Back

A tendency to believe too readily.

Front

Someone who believes in fate believes:

Back

There is a power that determines events.

Front

What is a grimace?

Back

A facial expression of disgust.

Front

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

Back

The consequences of interfering with fate.

Front

What does the monkey's paw symbolize?

Back

The dangers of greed and the unpredictability of wishes.

Front

Who is the author of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

Back

W.W. Jacobs.

Front

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

Back

A remote house in England.

Front

What are the three wishes granted by the monkey's paw?

Back

1. 200 pounds, 2. Herbert's return, 3. Mrs. White's wish to undo the previous wishes.