The Monkey's Paw

Which of the following tones most closely matches the mood at breakfast the morning after the family has received the monkey's paw? And which of the following best supports it?

1. light-hearted

2. suspenseful

3. dark

4. joyful

(supporters)

1. "the fourth time he stood with his hand upon it, and then with sudden resolution flung it opem and walked up the path."

2. "...and the dirty, shivelled paw was pitched on the sideboard with a carelessness which betokened no great belif in its virtues."

3. "I dare say,' said Mr. White, pouring himself out some beer; 'but for all that, the thing moved in my hand; that I'll swear to."

4. :she was watching the mysterious movements of a man outside, who, peering in an undecided fashion at the house, apperared to be trying to make up his mind to enter."

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1. light-hearted

"..and the dirty, shivelled paw was pitched on the sideboard with a carelessness which betokened no great belif in its virtues."