The Monkeys Paw Flashcard

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Who is the main character in The Monkeys Paw?

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Mr. White

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What is the theme explored in The Monkeys Paw?

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consequences of interfering with fate

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What does the monkeys paw symbolize in the story?

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The monkey's paw symbolizes the danger of interfering with fate or trying to change one's destiny.

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Which character in the story warns the Whites about the monkeys paw?

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Sergeant-Major Morris

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

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The number three represents completion, balance, and harmony in the story.

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What is the climax of the story?

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The climax of the story is the turning point or the most intense moment in the plot where the conflict reaches its peak.

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What is an example of foreshadowing in the story? Options: A character discovering a book that accurately describes their future. A character having a dream or vision that predicts a future event. A character finding a fortune teller who predicts their future. A character receiving a letter with a warning about an upcoming event.

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A character having a dream or vision that predicts a future event.

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What is the resolution of the story?

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The resolution of the story is the point at which the main conflict is resolved and the story reaches its conclusion.

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What lesson can be learned from The Monkeys Paw?

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Be careful what you are unhappy with and instead be content, not greedy.

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What is the setting of the story?

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The setting of the story is the specific time and place where the events occur.