Suspense in "The Monkey's Paw"
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Objective
I can identify and analyze the literary devices W.W. Jacobs uses to create suspense in "The Monkey's Paw."
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Warm-up video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
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Practice
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Describe the setting of "The Monkey's Paw" as it is presented in the beginning of the story. What details contribute to the atmosphere of the scene?
The video mentions the contrast between the inside and outside of the White's home. Explain this contrast and suggest what effect Jacobs might be trying to achieve by creating it.
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Exit ticket
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“Identify one element from the beginning of "The Monkey's Paw" that creates a suspenseful mood and explain how it does so. How does the contrast between the inside and outside of the White's home contribute to the story's suspense? ”
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