The Monkey's Paw

Why does the story start with the father and son playing chess?

• To show the close relationship between the father and son

• To introduce the theme of fate and chance

• To highlight the father's competitive nature

• To create a sense of tension and suspense

What conclusions can you draw about Mr. White from his actions?

• He is easily frustrated and has a temper

• He is superstitious and believes in magic

• He is protective of his family and values their happiness

• He is a skilled chess player and enjoys intellectual challenges

What does Major Morris' statement about the monkey's paw mean when you first read it?

• The monkey's paw has the power to grant wishes

• Interfering with fate can lead to negative consequences

• The monkey's paw is a valuable and rare artifact

• The monkey's paw is cursed and brings bad luck

Why does Major Morris throw the monkey's paw onto the fire?

• He wants to destroy the cursed object

• He wants to test its magical powers

• He is afraid of the paw and wants to get rid of it

• He believes the paw is worthless and wants to prove it

What happens to Herbert White?

• He becomes rich and famous

• He dies in a tragic accident

• He makes a wish with the monkey's paw

• He wins a game of chess against his father

What do you think happened at the end of the story?

• Mr. White's wish is granted and Herbert comes back to life

• Mr. White is afraid of the consequences of his wish and doesn't open the door

• Mrs. White opens the door and finds Herbert alive and well

• The knocking at the door is just a coincidence and has nothing to do with the monkey's paw

How does Jacobs set the mood and/or tone of the story?

• By using descriptive language and vivid imagery

• By including humorous moments and witty dialogue

• By creating a sense of mystery and suspense

• By focusing on the characters' emotions and inner thoughts

What does Jacobs describe at the end as the husband and wife lie in bed waiting for their wish to come true?

• The sound of a clock ticking and a squeaky mouse

• The flickering of a street lamp and a cold wind

• The silence and darkness of the room

• The husband's fear and the wife's anticipation

Why does Mr. White beg his wife not to let 'it' into the house?

• He is afraid of what might happen if 'it' enters

• He doesn't want to be disturbed while waiting for the wish

• He wants to protect his wife from the truth about their son

• He believes 'it' is a dangerous creature or spirit

Who or what was outside of the house?

• Herbert White

• A ghost or supernatural entity

• A stranger or intruder

• Nothing, it was just a coincidence