Answer:
The monkey's paw grants the owner three wishes. Sergeant-Major Morris throws the paw into the fire, but Mr. White quickly snatches it from the flames. Morris warns the family of its power and suggests they throw it back in the fire.
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Her parents are being thrifty, which means they're using money carefully by choosing a brand that even if it's not the most well known, it's good.