Question

Which statement BEST expresses a reasonable inference regarding the sergeant-major's experience with the monkey's paw?

A)
The sergeant-major has never dared to use the monkey's paw.
Eliminate


B)
The sergeant-major has used the monkey's paw and regrets doing so.



C)
The sergeant-major has used the monkey's paw and is glad he did so.



D)
The sergeant-major is a swindler who knows that the monkey's paw has no power.

Answer 1

Answer: B) The sergeant-major has used the monkey's paw and regrets doing so.

Explanation: In "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs, we know that Sergeant-Major Morris used the monkey paw and regrets it because his face whitened at the mention of the monkey paw, and he's eager to get rid of it after his experience. He discourages Mr. White from ever using the monkey paw, and he throws it in the fire.

Answer 2

The sergeant-major has used monkey's paw and regrets doing so.
B is the correct answer