In “The Monkey’s Paw,” a stranger comes to the door. How does this scene contribute tension to the rising action of the story? The stranger leaves an envelope at the door that contains exactly 200 pounds. The stranger gives the Whites 200 pounds as compensation for their son’s accidental death. The stranger brings sad news that the Whites’ son was killed in a workplace accident. The stranger informs the Whites that their son’s employer claims no liability for his death.

3. what differences do you see in the statistics between the two cities? what factors might account for the differences you see?

Select the correct answer. what is implied in the last line of this excerpt from mark twain's "the £1,000,000 bank-note"? as i approached the house my excitement began to abate, for all was quiet there, which made me feel pretty sure the blunder was not discovered yet. i rang. the same servant appeared. i asked for those gentlemen. "they are gone." this in the lofty, cold way of that fellow's tribe. a. that the servant hails from a different country and most likely migrated to england for employment b. that the servants in the homes of wealthy londoners consider themselves to be better than everyone else c. that the servant is unhappy with his employers and treats all his guests in a rude fashion d. that most servants in london have to live in poor conditions and frequently suffer from cold e. that the servants in london are prohibited from being friendly with th

The consequence of jim smiley’s human foible adds to the story’s humor. what foible does smiley demonstrate?