In "The Monkey's Paw," what is an example of foreshadowing?
English · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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In "The Monkey's Paw," an example of foreshadowing is when Sergeant Major Morris warns the White family about the consequences of using the monkey's paw. He tells the family that he was granted three wishes but implies that they brought him nothing but misery. Despite his warnings, the White family takes the paw and wishes on it, leading to tragic events.
Another example of foreshadowing is when Morris throws the monkey's paw into the fire, which suggests that it is dangerous and should be destroyed. Mr. White's impulse to retrieve it from the fire foreshadows the family's inability to resist the temptation it offers. The paw's power to grant wishes is itself a form of foreshadowing, hinting that the desires of the characters may lead to unforeseen and negative consequences.