The Monkey's Paw Literary Analysis

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

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The main theme is the idea of fate and the consequences of interfering with it.

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What does the monkey's paw symbolize?

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The monkey's paw symbolizes the dangers of greed and the unintended consequences of wishes.

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

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W.W. Jacobs.

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

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The story is set in the White family's home in England, primarily during the late 19th century.

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What is Mr. White's first wish?

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Mr. White's first wish is for two hundred pounds.

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What happens as a result of Mr. White's first wish?

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The family receives the money as compensation for their son's death.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What warning does Sergeant-Major Morris give about the monkey's paw?

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He warns that it has the power to grant wishes but comes with great consequences.

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What is a talisman?

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A talisman is an object thought to have magical powers and to bring good luck.

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How does Mrs. White react to her son's death?

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Mrs. White becomes desperate and insists on using the monkey's paw to bring her son back to life.