The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street - Act 1 Review

Front

What causes the residents to distrust Les Goodman?

Back

The residents distrust Les Goodman because they distrust anyone who is different.

Front

Why is Steve Brand's car not starting?

Back

Steve Brand's car won't start because nobody can figure out why.

Front

What do the townspeople demand from Les Goodman after his car starts by itself?

Back

The townspeople demand that Les Goodman give them an explanation.

Front

Do Tommy's remarks make everyone feel better?

Back

False

Front

What do the townspeople hear when they turn on their radios?

Back

They hear nothing.

Front

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

Back

The main theme is the fear of the unknown and how it can lead to paranoia and distrust among people.

Front

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

Back

The setting of Maple Street, a quiet suburban neighborhood, emphasizes the normalcy that is disrupted by fear and suspicion.

Front

What role does fear play in the actions of the townspeople?

Back

Fear drives the townspeople to irrational behavior, leading them to turn against each other.

Front

What is a fifth column?

Back

A fifth column refers to a group of people who undermine a larger group from within, often in times of conflict.

Front

How does the concept of 'otherness' manifest in the story?

Back

'Otherness' manifests in the story through the townspeople's suspicion of Les Goodman due to his differences.