Part one of term paper
? The success of any short story depends upon the skill with which the plot moves. The writer does not have the time to develop ideas that he has in a novel but at the same time all those elements must be present. The unusual element in “The Monkey’s Paw” is how much the plot depends upon coincidence and irony. The successful use of t ...

Part two of term paper
... out and the paw moves when a wish is made. - The paw is clearly a bad omen. For instance, the third wish of the original owner was for death which suggests that the other two wishes brought unhappiness. - Morris says, “ I warn you of the consequences.” Clearly here however innocent the wish, Morris knows it will end badly. “ Don’t blame me for what happens.” - The major coincidence centred on the £200. “How could £200 hurt you.” She will soon find out. There are two climaxes in ...