In “The Monkey’s Paw,” a stranger comes to the door. How does this scene contribute tension to the rising action of the story?

The stranger gives the Whites 200 pounds as compensation for their son’s accidental death.

The stranger brings sad news that the Whites’ son was killed in a workplace accident.

The stranger informs the Whites that their son’s employer claims no liability for his death.

The stranger leaves an envelope at the door that contains exactly 200 pounds.

Question

In “The Monkey’s Paw,” a stranger comes to the door. How does this scene contribute tension to the rising action of the story?

The stranger gives the Whites 200 pounds as compensation for their son’s accidental death.

The stranger brings sad news that the Whites’ son was killed in a workplace accident.

The stranger informs the Whites that their son’s employer claims no liability for his death.

The stranger leaves an envelope at the door that contains exactly 200 pounds.