Question

1.1.5 quiz: \the monkeys paw\ by w. w. jacobs question 4 of 5 how do mr. whites wife and son first react to the story about the monkeys paw? a. they are desperate to get the paw. b. they think it will end up killing someone. c. they think it carries disease. d. they do not believe it is magical.

Explanation:

In "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs, Mr. White's wife and son initially react to the story of the monkey's paw with skepticism—they do not believe it is magical. Option A is incorrect as they aren't desperate to get it. Option B is incorrect as their initial reaction isn't about it killing someone (that comes later with the first wish's consequence). Option C is incorrect as there's no mention of disease. Option D aligns with their initial disbelief in its magical properties.

Answer:

D. They do not believe it is magical.