Read the following sentence from paragraph 26 of the story. (The monkeys paw W.W. Jacob)

Question

“He wanted to show the fate ruled peoples lives, and they those who interferes with it did to their sorrow.”

How does this sensitive illustrate the theme of the text?

It suggests that believes only in the power of fate can ruin peoples lives
It suggests that people control their own fate and Al events in their lives
It implies that only some people should have power over the fate of others
It implies that nobody should try to control their own fate or the lives of other people

Answer 1

The sentence you provided illustrates the theme of the text by emphasizing the idea that attempting to interfere with fate can lead to sorrow and negative consequences. Among the options you've listed, the best choice is:

It implies that nobody should try to control their own fate or the lives of other people.

This interpretation aligns with the overall message of "The Monkey's Paw," which suggests that meddling with fate or trying to alter it can result in tragic outcomes, highlighting the dangers of trying to exert control over destiny.