The Monkey's Paw

The Monkey's Paw

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English

8th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What event at the beginning of the story triggers the action of the plot?

Back

The arrival of Sergeant-Major Morris.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the text support the idea that Mrs. White is willing to accept the consequences of the second wish to bring her son back?

Back

Mrs. White's desperation is shown when she insists, 'I forgot it was two miles away. What are you holding me for? Let go. I must open the door.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the Sergeant-Major's story about the monkey's paw propel the action of the plot?

Back

It introduces the characters' curiosity about the paw's magical abilities.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which line of text supports the inference that the monkey's paw is a dangerous and unpredictable object?

Back

'He wanted to show that fate ruled people’s lives, and that those who tried to change it would be sorry.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What evidence from the text shows that Mr. White's second wish is influenced by his wife’s grief and desperation?

Back

'Go and get it and wish,' cried his wife, quivering with excitement.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The main theme is the danger of interfering with fate.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

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