Question

5. How does the dialogue in paragraphs 78-94 develop the
plot of the story?
The Monkey's paw
A. It reveals that Mr. White's wish has been granted but
not in the way they expected.
B. It shows that the visitor is uncomfortable with what
he has to say, even though he is bringing a gift.
C. It suggests that Mrs. White is concerned about her
husband and takes steps to help him deal with the
news he's received.
D. It shows the sergeant-major reappearing in the story
and causing more problems within the family.​

Answer 1

Answer:

A. It reveals that Mr. White's wish has been granted but  not in the way they expected.

Explanation:

The story of "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs revolves around the mythical charm of the monkey's paw that seems to work on its owner. This paw from India came to the hands of the White family from a family friend of theirs and became the main source of their 'hope' and misfortune too.

In the given passage, we can know that Herbert died at work and as compensation for the accident, the White family were to be given 200 pounds. Now, this amount is the exact amount that the White family required to pay off their debt and had been what they wished for. But it did not come true the way they expected it to be. So, the dialogue in the passage develops the plot of the story by providing the means for the family to get their wish fulfilled but not the way they had expected it to be.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.