WorksheetsThe Monkey's Paw Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What does the word "frivolous" mean as used to describe Mrs. White's attitude towards the monkey's paw?
Serious
Carefree
Anxious
Thoughtful
What does the word "fate" refer to in "The Monkey's Paw"?
A type of fear
A predetermined outcome
A strong emotion
A new beginning
The word "prosaic" is used to describe Mr. White's view of the world after making his wish. What does "prosaic" mean?
Imaginative
Dull
Exciting
Mysterious
The White's were __________________________ with the monkey's paw from India.
attributed
enthralled
disowned
What does the word 'grimace' mean as used in 'The Monkey's Paw'?
A) A smile
B) A frown
C) A twisted expression
D) A laugh
In 'The Monkey's Paw', what does the word 'credulity' refer to?
A) Skepticism
B) Gullibility
C) Wisdom
D) Fear
What is the meaning of 'apathy' as used to describe Herbert's reaction to the paw?
A) Enthusiasm
B) Indifference
C) Anger
D) Curiosity
How is the word 'fusillade' used in 'The Monkey's Paw'?
A) A series of shots
B) A type of dance
C) A gentle breeze
D) A loud argument
What does 'reverberate' mean in the context of the story?
A) To echo
B) To disappear
C) To whisper
D) To shine
In 'The Monkey's Paw', what does the word 'maligned' suggest about the paw?
A) Praised
B) Criticized
C) Ignored
D) Celebrated
What does 'dubious' mean when describing Mr. White's feelings about the paw?
A) Certain
B) Doubtful
C) Excited
D) Angry
What is the meaning of 'avaricious' as used to describe the character's desires?
A) Generous
B) Greedy
C) Content
D) Fearful
How is the word 'sinister' used in 'The Monkey's Paw'?
A) Friendly
B) Evil
C) Joyful
D) Bright
What does 'resignation' mean in the context of the story?
A) Acceptance
B) Rejection
C) Celebration
D) Confusion
In 'The Monkey's Paw', what does the word 'foreboding' indicate?
A) A sense of joy
B) A sense of impending doom
C) A sense of relief
D) A sense of adventure
