Monsters Are Due On Maple Street

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What is the initial mood of the crowd in 'Monsters Are Due On Maple Street'?

Back

The initial mood of the crowd is worried.

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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

Front

How does the crowd's mood evolve throughout the story?

Back

The crowd's mood evolves from worried to fear and suspicion.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What event triggers the conflict in 'Monsters Are Due On Maple Street'?

Back

The conflict is triggered by the people seeing and hearing a flash and roar.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

What can be inferred about the characters Figure One and Figure Two?

Back

Figure One and Figure Two are inferred to not be from this world.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

Who is the victim of Charlie's shooting?

Back

Charlie shoots Pete Van Horn.

Front

What theme is explored through the crowd's reaction to the unknown in the story?

Back

The theme of fear and suspicion in the face of the unknown is explored.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does communication play in the development of the plot?

Back

Communication, or lack thereof, contributes to misunderstandings and escalates tensions among the characters.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

How does the setting of Maple Street contribute to the story's conflict?

Back

The setting of Maple Street, a seemingly normal suburban neighborhood, contrasts with the chaos that ensues, highlighting the fragility of social order.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the flash and roar symbolize in the story?

Back

The flash and roar symbolize the unknown threat that instigates fear and paranoia among the residents.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

How does the story illustrate the concept of mob mentality?

Back

The story illustrates mob mentality as the crowd quickly turns against each other, driven by fear and suspicion.

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4