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In "The Monkey's Paw," wishes can lead to unforeseen consequences, reflecting the complexity of desire. Any wish carries both potential benefits and drawbacks. Consider six wishes you might want to make and analyze them critically by creating three columns. One for the wish itself, another for the possible positive consequences, and a third for the potential negative consequences. This exercise encourages thoughtful reflection on the impact of our desires and the balance between hope and caution.
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Wish Carefully!In “The Monkey’s Paw,” as in many stories that feature wishes, the wishes themselves may have catastrophic results. Any wish for change may have positive and negative consequences. On a sheet of paper, list six wishes you might like to make. Then create three columns across the page—one for the wish itself, one for possible positive consequences of each, and one for possible negative consequences, as shown below.