Answer:
Foreshadowing is a rhetorical device which consists on warning readers about what is going to happen in a narrative text.
Explanation:
"The Monkey's Paw" has several examples of foreshadowing, for instance:
1. “Hark at the wind,” said Mr. White, who, having seen a fatal mistake after it was too late, was amiably desirous of preventing his son from seeing it. This quote portrays how Mr. White will eventually make a fatal mistake which will be irreversible.
2. "At the third glass his eyes got brighter, and he began to talk, the little family circle regarding with eager interest this visitor from distant parts, as he squared his broad shoulders in the chair and spoke of strange scenes and doughty deeds; of wars and plagues and strange peoples." The fact that the character's conversation consisted on hostile topics represent the future of the story's plot.
3. “I won't,” said his friend doggedly. “I threw it on the fire. If you keep it, don't blame me for what happens. Pitch it on the fire again, like a sensible man.” The fear of the paw is also an example of foreshadowing, especially because of " don't blame me for what happens."
