The Monkey's Paw

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What does Sergeant-Major Morris's action of throwing the monkey's paw onto the fire signify?

Back

It signifies that he believes the monkey's paw is dangerous and should not be used.

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What is a grimace?

Back

A facial expression of disgust.

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What does the term 'credulity' mean?

Back

A tendency to believe too readily.

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What is a central theme of 'The Monkey's Paw'?

Back

Be careful what you wish for.

Front

What does it mean to believe in fate?

Back

It means to believe there is a power that determines events.

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How does the monkey's paw grant wishes?

Back

It grants three wishes to its owner, but each wish comes with unintended consequences.

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What is foreshadowing in literature?

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

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What is the significance of the number three in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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It represents the three wishes granted by the paw, each leading to dire consequences.

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What is irony, and how is it used in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Irony is when the opposite of what you expect happens; in the story, wishes lead to tragic outcomes.

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What does the term 'mummy' refer to in the context of the monkey's paw?

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It refers to the paw being dried and preserved, suggesting it is lifeless and dangerous.