The Monkey's Paw:  Parts of the Story Review

The Monkey's Paw: Parts of the Story Review

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English

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is the most skeptical character about the monkey's paw?

Back

Herbert

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What might have happened if Mr. White had listened to Major Morris?

Back

Herbert would still be alive.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is the messenger from Maw & Meggins important to the plot?

Back

It reveals that the monkey's paw granted Mr. White's wish in a horrible way.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

It represents the dangers of tampering with fate.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence creates suspense in the story?

Back

“It moved! When I wished, it twisted in my hand, like a snake.”

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The consequences of greed and the unpredictability of fate.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the author build tension in the story?

Back

Through foreshadowing and the characters' reactions to the paw.

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