1. in themonkey’s paw, part a: which statement best expressed the theme of the story?

2. part b: which two quotes from the story best support the answer to part a?

3. part a: how do paragraphs 63-72 contribute to an understanding of the mood at this point in the story?

4. part b: which two details best support the answer to part a?

5. how does the dialogue in paragraph 78-94 develop the plot of the story?

6. part a: what impact do mr. and mrs. whites different points of view in paragraphs 109-125 and paragraphs 133-139 have on part 3?

7. part b: which two excerpts from the story best support the answer to part a?

8. how does the author use foreshadowing to contribute to story’s overall meaning?