The Monkey's Paw
1. PART A: Which statement best expresses the theme of the story in the monkey's paw?
- It is not wise to trust strangers, even when they promise to be loyal to you.
- Ignoring the wisdom and experience of others can lead to terrible consequences.
- You should never give up, even if you think a problem is impossible to solve.
- You can overcome tragedy if you rely on your family and friends.