Monkey's Paw by Esther Park

Question 2

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:03:25 UTC

What did the holy man want to prove to people by putting the spell on the paw? In your opinion, has the holy man made his point? Why or why not?

Question 3

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:04:50 UTC

How could the first wish have been worded to avoid the tragic consequences? The second wish?

Question 4

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:05:05 UTC

What things does the sergeant major say that foreshadow, or hint at, the White’s fate?

Question 5

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:05:23 UTC

Compare Mr. White’s and Herbert’s attitudes toward the monkey’s paw. Why is it logical that Herbert would be the victim of the first wish?

Question 1

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:06:45 UTC

Are the White’s three wishes granted? Do they get what they really want? Explain.

Question 6

estherp5 — 2025-05-15 08:07:50 UTC

Unlike Mr. White’s first two wishes, the third wish doesn’t seem to have unexpected disastrous consequences. Do you think the granting of the third wish will also produce a tragic outcome? If so, what might it be?