The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
What is the theme of "The Monkey's Paw"? Give examples of how the authpr develops the theme through the characters and plot.
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One major theme is the story is superstition, as illustrated through the White's belief that the paw was responsible for Herbert's death, and that the knocking at the door was, in fact, William. Superstition clouds their thoughts and reason, and they don't even look at the possibility of coincidences.
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