Monkey's Paw Flashcard

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Where does Sergeant Major get the monkey paw from?

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A mysterious man in India.

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What does Fate mean?

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Destiny: the development of events beyond one's control.

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What is Mr. White’s third and final wish?

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That Herbert is dead.

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After a week has gone by, what does Mrs. White ask her husband to do with the monkey’s paw?

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Wish their son back alive.

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What happens after Mr. White’s first wish?

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Herbert gets into an accident.

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

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The consequences of interfering with fate.

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Who is Herbert in 'The Monkey's Paw'?

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Mr. and Mrs. White's son.

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What does the monkey paw symbolize?

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The dangers of greed and the unpredictability of fate.

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What lesson can be learned from the story?

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Be careful what you wish for; it may come true in unexpected ways.

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

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A remote house in England.