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WorksheetsMonkey's Paw Practice Quiz
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 17mins
Read the following sentence from paragraph 26 of the story.
He wanted to show that fate ruled people’s lives, and that those who interfered with it did so to their sorrow.
How does this sentence illustrate the theme of the text?
It suggests that believing only in the power of fate can ruin people’s lives.
It suggests that people control their own fate and all the events in their lives.
It implies that only some people should have power over the lives or fate of others.
It implies that nobody should try to control their own fate or the lives of other people.
Read the sentence below from paragraph 40 of the story.
“Better let it burn,” said the soldier solemnly.
This sentence is important to the text because it —
explains why the soldier does not want the monkey’s paw
hints that something bad will come from the monkey’s paw
illustrates how the soldier thinks the monkey’s paw is worthless
hints that nobody really believes in the magic of the monkey’s paw
Read the following sentence from paragraph 64 of the story.
“. . . and something horrible squatting up on top of the wardrobe watching you as you pocket your ill-gotten gains.”
Which statement best describes how this sentence foreshadows the events to come?
It shows that Herbert believes monsters are real.
It points to the idea that Herbert will be harmed.
It hints that some kind of evil will visit the White family.
It suggests that the White family is in need of money.
The author best creates suspense with which of the following sentences?
“He was caught in the machinery.”
“It looks like just an ordinary little paw all dried up.”
“It moved! When I wished, it twisted in my hand, like a snake.”
“Did you live in India a long time, Sergeant Major?”
Why does Mr. White wish for two hundred pounds?
Herbert thought the 200 pounds could be used to pay off the house
Mr. White spent too much money paying for the monkey's paw
Sgt. Major Morris said it was a reasonable thing to wish for
Mrs. White wanted a new piano
What is the definition of the underlined word? While Mr. White and his son were playing chess, Mr. White put his king into " . . . sharp and unnecessary perils that . . ."
(a)
gullibility, falling for anything
(a)
Major theme of the story:
(a)
Mood is:
the overall atmosphere of the story or part of the story
what my mom says I have in the morning
the author's attitude towards characters and settings
the opposite of what is expected
Tone is:
the overall atmosphere of the story or part of the story
what my mom says I have in the morning
the author's attitude towards characters and settings
the opposite of what is expected
When you express sympathy
(a)
When someone is looking serious they are looking
(a)
Another way to say burdensome or unjustly harsh is
(a)
What does the underlined word mean? "The room was in darkness, and the sound of subdued weeping came from the window."
(a)
A situation that you might grimace at:
falling off your skate board
looking at an expensive item
seeing your best friend
dancing with your crush
Which inference can be drawn from the ending of the story?
The monkey's paw was a harmless and useless object all along.
The characters' lives will be haunted by the consequences of their wishes.
The characters will move on from their grief and find peace with their loss.
The characters will learn from their mistakes and avoid using the paw again.
Which words best describe the mood during the Morning Breakfast?
sinister and solemn
spooky and depressing
placid and clam
bright and cheerful
Which words best describe the mood during the announcing of the news of Herbert's death?
shocking and devastating
pleasant and warm
peaceful and calm
eerie and suspenseful
Read the following sentence from paragraph 26 of the story.
He wanted to show that fate ruled people’s lives, and that those who interfered with it did so to their sorrow.
How does this sentence best illustrate the theme of the text?
It illustrates that believing in the power of the monkey’s paw could ruin people’s lives.
It suggests that we all have control over our own fate and using the monkey’s paw will not change fate.
It implies that the monkey’s paw can rule people’s lives and fates.
It shows that nobody has control of their own fate without the monkey’s paw.
"If you must wish," he said, gruffly, "wish for something sensible.
This passage is evidence of what theme in The Monkey's Paw?
Greed will lead to misfortune
Be careful what you wish for
Don't play with fire
Wash your hands
Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?
It is not wise to trust strangers, even when they promise to be loyal to you.
Ignoring the wisdom and experience of others can lead to terrible consequences.
You should never give up, even if you think a problem is impossible to solve.
You can overcome tragedy if you rely on your family and friends.
