The Monkey’s Paw Vocab

She ventured deep into the dense, dark forest, unaware of the peril that lurked behind every shadow.

• Something dangerous

• Something that is funny

• Something that makes you sleepy

• Comfort

I wanted to condole with my friend after the loss of her beloved pet, offering my heartfelt sympathy and support

• To show your anger

• express sympathy or sorrow

• To show you love someone

• To be happy

After tasting the extremely sour lemon, he couldn't help but grimace in response to the puckering sensation.

• facial expression of fear

• facial expression of sadness

• facial expression of pain or disgust

• expression of love and desire

His credulity was evident when he fell for the online scam that promised unbelievable riches with just a small investment.

• A tendency to show emotions

• A tendency to believe too readily

• Not easily tricked

• The truth

The suburban neighborhood was pleasant but rather prosaic, with rows of nearly identical houses and manicured lawns that lacked any unique or imaginative features.

• Dull or ordinary

• Creative or neat

• Colorful or Interesting

• Wild or loud

She received fair compensation for her hard work, which included a salary increase and additional benefits.

• Appreciation

• Energy

• Time off

• Money

We accepted the news with resignation.

• Acceptance of something that is inescapable.

• Not acceptance or understanding.

• To get in contact with someone.

• To leave someone without notice.