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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes the family to stop talking about the paw?
(a) Morris changes the subject.
(b) Chess is played.
(c) The storm rages.
(d) Dinner is served.

2. Why does White's son suggest a sum to be wished for?
(a) It would give him a college education.
(b) It would pay off the house.
(c) It would pay for a wedding.
(d) It would double their savings.

3. Where does Mrs. White chase her son?
(a) The dining room.
(b) The kitchen.
(c) The parlor.
(d) The library.

4. Who keeps the paw when Morris leaves?
(a) The maid.
(b) Mr. White.
(c) Mrs. White.
(d) Mr. White's son.

5. Whom is Mr. White waiting for at the beginning of the book?
(a) His cousin.
(b) His wife.
(c) His friend.
(d) His son.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mr. White playing at the beginning of the book?

2. Where is Mrs. White at the beginning of the book?

3. How many times did Morris use the monkey paw?

4. What does Morris do when White tries to pay for the paw?

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

(see the answer key)

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