Monsters Are Due On Maple Street

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What is the main theme of 'Monsters Are Due On Maple Street'?

Back

The main theme is the fear of the unknown and how it can lead to paranoia and the breakdown of community.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What role does Tommy play in the story?

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Tommy is a character who proposes the theory that aliens are invading, which fuels the paranoia among the residents.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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How does the crowd's behavior change throughout the play?

Back

The crowd becomes increasingly suspicious and accusatory towards one another as fear escalates.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is the significance of Les Goodman's car?

Back

Les Goodman's car is significant because it is the only one that works, making him a target of suspicion.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What does the stopping of cars and devices symbolize in the play?

Back

It symbolizes the breakdown of normalcy and the onset of chaos and fear among the residents.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

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How do the residents' actions reflect human nature in times of crisis?

Back

The residents' actions reflect a tendency to scapegoat others and act irrationally when faced with fear and uncertainty.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What can be inferred about the relationship between the characters in the play?

Back

The relationships are strained and fragile, revealing how quickly trust can erode in the face of fear.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

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What is the role of dialogue in conveying the story's tension?

Back

Dialogue reveals characters' fears, suspicions, and the escalating tension among the residents.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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How does the setting of Maple Street contribute to the story?

Back

The suburban setting of Maple Street represents an ideal community that is disrupted by fear and suspicion.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What lesson can be learned from the events on Maple Street?

Back

The lesson is about the dangers of mob mentality and how fear can lead to irrational behavior.