The Monkey's Paw
monkey paw
Scene 3 ends with the messenger 1 saying Two Hundred pounds. Why do you think the author chose to end the scene with this line?
Scene 3 ends with the messenger 1 saying Two Hundred pounds. Why do you think the author chose to end the scene with this line?
I think the line underlines the tragedy that Mr. White did receive his wish but at the cost of his son's life. The paw and his wish rendered Herbert's life worth a mere 200 pounds.