"The Monkey's Paw"
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4 questions
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Reread lines 110-119 and identify the allusion, or reference to a well-known work that Mrs. White makes? What does the allusion suggest about Mrs. White's view or belief in the power of the monkey's paw?
Reread lines 110-119 and identify the allusion, or reference to a well-known work that Mrs. White makes? What does the allusion suggest about Mrs. White's view or belief in the power of the monkey's paw?
5
Look at lines 271-281. What were Mr. and Mrs. White's reactions at the news of their son? What do they assume about the two hundred pounds they will receive "as compensation"?
Look at lines 271-281. What were Mr. and Mrs. White's reactions at the news of their son? What do they assume about the two hundred pounds they will receive "as compensation"?
5
If you remember, themes are messages about life or human nature. What is the theme of "The Monkey's Paw"? How was this theme revealed in this story?
If you remember, themes are messages about life or human nature. What is the theme of "The Monkey's Paw"? How was this theme revealed in this story?
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There are many traditional stories in which characters are granted three wishes. How are these traditional stories similar to each other? What makes "The Monkey's Paw" different from the others?
There are many traditional stories in which characters are granted three wishes. How are these traditional stories similar to each other? What makes "The Monkey's Paw" different from the others?