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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mr. White try to distract the person he is playing with at the beginning of the book?
(a) He is worried about his son.
(b) He doesn't want to lose the bet.
(c) He made a mistake.
(d) He has a lot on his mind.

2. Why does White hesitate to make his first wish?
(a) He has everything he wants.
(b) He wants to do it right.
(c) He has been warned.
(d) He doesn't feel it is the time.

3. Who else works for the place the visitor is from?
(a) Mr. White.
(b) Herbert.
(c) Morris.
(d) The White's neighbor.

4. What does White's son do to his mother before the first wish is made?
(a) Hugs her.
(b) Winks.
(c) Tickles her.
(d) Squeezes her hand.

5. Where must the paw be held in to be used?
(a) The right knee.
(b) The left hand.
(c) Over a grave.
(d) The right hand.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Morris come across the monkey paw?

2. Mr. White's son wants to use the paw ___________.

3. What does White do to distract the person he is playing a game with?

4. Why is the visitor hesitant to talk to the Whites?

5. Whom does Mrs. White have to pay the morning after the wish?

(see the answer key)

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