Flashcard on 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'

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Who is the first character to suggest that aliens might be involved in the events on Maple Street?

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Tommy

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Which character suggests that the cause of the strange occurrences might be a meteor?

Back

Steve Brand

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Which character's car mysteriously starts by itself, raising suspicion among the neighbors?

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Les Goodman

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As suspicion grows among the residents of Maple Street, what does the crowd become?

Back

A mob

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What action does the crowd take when they see lights turning on and off in various houses?

Back

Start accusing each other

Front

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

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The dangers of paranoia and mob mentality.

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What role does Tommy play in the story?

Back

He is a young boy who suggests the idea of aliens.

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How does the character Les Goodman react to the accusations against him?

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He is confused and defensive.

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What does the story suggest about human nature when faced with fear?

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It shows that fear can lead to irrational behavior and scapegoating.

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What is the significance of the title 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'?

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It implies that the real monsters are the people and their actions, not the aliens.