41 The Monkey's Paw The Monkey's paw copy Text The Monkey’s Paw Study Guide Vocabulary – avaricious – doggedly– amiable –presumptuous - enthralled 1. At what time of day does the story begin? Compare the weather outside with the atmosphere inside the parlor. 2. What is special about the monkey’s paw that Sergeant Major Morris shows to the Whites. How do the Whites react to it? 3.  What does Morris  do with the paw after telling about its background? What does Mr. White immediately do? 4.What is Mr. White’s first wish? What happens after he makes it? What is his second wish? 5. Summarize what happens after Mr. White makes the second wish. Interpret 6.What is the mood at the beginning of the story? What details help to create this mood? 7. How does Morris feel about the paw? How do you know? 8. A situation is said to be ironic when what happens is the opposite of what is expected. What is ironic about Mr. White’s first wish? 9.Why doesn’t Mr. White want his wife to open the door? What do you think Mr. White’s third wish is? Evaluate and Connect 10.  Before making his first wish, Mr. White says’ “It seems to me I’ve got all I want.” In your opinion, what point is the author making? 11. In your opinion, what is the most unsettling aspect of the story? Explain your answer.