Cornell Notes

“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs / Name:
Date:
Period:

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Notes

What is the setting of the
story?
stor
Who comes to visit the
White family?
What are some examples
of foreshadowing early in
the narrative?
How would you describe
Sergeant-Major-Morris’
attitude towards the talisman
Monkey’s Paw?
What special powers does
Morris claim the paw has?
How would you describe
the White’s Family dynamics?
dynamics?
What was the first
Wisher’s last wish?
What did Mr. White wish for
For and why?
What was the mood
and atmosphere like in
the White household the day
after the wish?
How does the author
create suspense in the
Narrative?
3-2-1 Summary
List three examples of foreshadowing in the narrative.
Write two quotes from the narrative that display irony.
What is the Central Idea (theme) of the narrative