Which adjective best describes mr. whites character
a. virtuous
b. cruel
c. responsible
d. foolish

D. Foolish.

Explanation:

"The Monkey's Paw" written by William Wymark Jacobs is a supernatural, fictional story that tells the story of the Whites' obsession with a monkey's paw and it's ability to grant three wishes. The character of Mr. White is an old man, and the head of the family, living with his wife and son Herbert,

Throughout the story, Mr. White seems to be a rather foolish man, easily lured into the tales about the monkey's paw. He even made wishes after being told about the consequences of the three wishes. He also acted foolishly in his obedience of his wife's choices, making wishes even after knowing the fatal repercussions of the wishes.  

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