"The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street"

Front

What are instructions for the crew and actors called?

Back

Stage directions are the instructions for the crew and actors in a play.

Front

What is the central idea of 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'?

Back

The central idea is that mysterious events cause the residents of a street to turn on each other.

Front

Who does Charlie accuse of causing the strange happenings?

Back

Charlie accuses Tommy of causing the strange happenings.

Front

Which character tries the hardest to keep the situation on Maple Street from getting out of control?

Back

Steve Brand tries the hardest to keep the situation from getting out of control.

Front

What is a key theme expressed in 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'?

Back

A key theme is that we are our own worst enemies.

Front

Define 'stage directions'.

Back

Stage directions are the written instructions in a script that tell actors how to move and behave on stage.

Front

What does the term 'central idea' refer to in literature?

Back

The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey.

Front

Explain the significance of suspicion among neighbors in the story.

Back

Suspicion among neighbors leads to conflict and reveals the darker side of human nature.

Front

What role does fear play in 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'?

Back

Fear drives the characters to irrational behavior and escalates the conflict.

Front

Identify a character who represents reason in the story.

Back

Steve Brand represents reason and attempts to calm the situation.