Answer the following in 50 − 60 words :
(a) The belief in superstitions can lead to disastrous consequences. Monkey‖s Paw was something the White family could not discard. What does it symbolize and what price did the Whites pay for it ?
(b) One should practise what one preaches. Preaching one thing and practising another may land one in a predicament. How does Lady Weston respond to Lord Weston‖s predicament ? Do you see any humour in it ?
(a) The Monkey’s Paw was given to the White family by an old friend. They took it from him having heard the incredible story of how he was granted all his wishes, at a price. Even though they knew the other side of the story, they chose to take it due to curiosity. Hence, the Monkey’s Paw shows that belief in superstitions can lead to disastrous results. Curiosity led to them trying to make a wish on the paw. Due to this, the White family bore the loss of their son. They paid a huge price for making a wish on the paw.
(b) Lord Weston is a judge. He advices Roger that he must work hard for success. He tells him that hard work and determination are the only ways to achieve success. It is right after this scene that he sees a note that says ‘Remember Ceaser’, and he automatically assumes that someone is out to assassinate him. Lady Weston, on heading this, however, tells Lord Weston that he must not consider himself important enough to be assassinated even though he might have enemies who want him dead. It is humorous that Lady Weston immediately realises the follies of her husband and calls him out on it.
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