If Cornered, Scream
What is the main character's job at the hospital?
Nurse
Who is the main character in "The Landlady"?
Billy Weaver.
What does Billy think about boarding houses?
He has a fear of them, associating them with unpleasant experiences.
What is the central object in "The Monkey's Paw"?
A monkey's paw that grants wishes.
What warning does Morris give about the paw?
He warns that it has consequences and should be treated with caution.
What does the character do when she feels threatened at the gas station?
She remembers the safety lecture about screaming if cornered.
What does Billy notice about the house when he first sees it?
The sign, and it has a warm and inviting appearance with flowers and a cozy interior.
What does the landlady offer Billy to keep him warm?
A hot water bottle.
Who brings the monkey's paw to the White family?
Sergeant-Major Morris.
How does Mrs. White react to the news of Herbert's death?
She is devastated and shocked.
What emotion does the character feel when she realizes Gabriel has a gun?
She feels shock and nausea.
How much does the landlady charge for a night’s stay?
Five and sixpence a night, including breakfast.
What does Billy find curious about the guest book?
The previous entries are from people who seem familiar but are dated a long time ago.
What does the first wish of Mr. White entail?
He wishes for two hundred pounds.
What does Mrs. White want to wish for after Herbert's death?
She wants to wish for Herbert to come back to life.
How does Gabriel help the main character in the story?
He informs her about a man in her car and calls the police.
What peculiar behavior does the landlady exhibit?
She seems overly eager to host Billy and has no other guests.
How does the landlady describe her previous guests?
She describes them as charming and handsome young men.
What happens immediately after Mr. White makes his wish?
The paw moves in his hand, causing him to feel uneasy.
What is Mr. White's reaction to Mrs. White's plan to wish for Herbert's return?
He is horrified and tries to dissuade her.
What lesson can be learned from the main character's experience in the story?
The importance of being cautious and aware of one's surroundings.
What dark twist is revealed about the previous guests?
They are actually stuffed and preserved by the landlady.
What is the ultimate fate of Billy Weaver?
He becomes another victim of the landlady, possibly stuffed like the others.
What is the consequence of the first wish?
Their son Herbert dies in an accident, leading to the payment of the two hundred pounds.
What happens when Mr. White makes the final wish
The knocking at the door stops, suggesting that Herbert will not return.