personification or hyperbole
The people in the bus may well be reporters, because of the pictures, and I doubt they are students or scientists, as then they would respect the animals, but they could also be hunters because of their coldness towards the lions.
Sorry about how late I was (3 years!!!), but just trying to answer all I can
The excerpt that depicts the White family's doubt on the Major's story would be when Mr. White said:
"If the tale about the monkey's paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time to catch the last train, "we shan't make much out of it."
Answer:
Guilt Tripping
The guilt tripper uses not-so-subtle strategies to let others know they aren’t happy about something. When things don’t go their way, the guilt-tripper will say or do things to try to make others feel bad about their choices or actions.
Gossiping
This behavior is one that can easily become habitual. Having information about someone, especially salacious or negative information, feels powerful. We know something that inquiring minds want to know.
Acting Jealous
Jealousy can manifest in many of the behaviors listed, especially guilt tripping. It usually stems from feeling wounded, inferior, or insecure.
