TY Christmas Test

Question 1

Short story Jc question intro

Answer 1

Introduction of story, signpost main idea of setting being isolated/peaceful etc

Question 2

Short story Jc question p1

Answer 2

P-cozy setting lowers Mr Whites guard
Q-contrast between cold and wet outside and cozy interior
E-comfort leave Mr White to ignore warnings and make their foolish wish for money

Question 3

Short story Jc question p2

Answer 3

P-isolation means he feels that he can act without consequences encourage desperation and heightens fear
Q-out of all the out of the way places to live this was the worst you can’t walk on the footpath without getting stuck in the mud and the roads a river
E-no help or interference so Mr White makes three wishes and panic. If in housing state more people around and more health given.

Question 4

Short story Jc question p3

Answer 4

P-contrast between home and exotic danger, safe home versus strange foreign world Sparks curiosity that lead to death and determination
Q-Morris says the paw brings fate in harm. Fate ruled peoples lies and those who interferes to such their own sorrows.
E-the contrast(dangerous far away leading to a fall sense of security) makes Mr white underestimate the danger consequences of his wishes so he continues

Question 5

Short story Jc question conclusion

Answer 5

Seting plays a crucial role in shaping Mr White’s actions as warmth from home crates false confidence allowing him to make the first wish without fear. The isolation of their home then traps the family in their grief and pushes Mr White towards making reckless and desperate choices that no one can prevent. Finally, the contrast between the safe home setting v’s the exotic origins of The Monkeys Paw encourages curosity and binds him to the danger. The story makes it clear that the is not just a backdrop but a driving force in every tragic decision Mr White makes.