Monsters are Due on Maple Street REVIEW

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'scapegoat'?

Back

Negative connotation, as it implies blame and unfair treatment.

Front

Who does Charlie shoot in 'Monsters are Due on Maple Street'?

Back

Charlie shoots Pete Van Horn.

Front

What happens to the people on Maple Street at the end of the play?

Back

They turn on one another.

Front

Who is the residents' biggest enemy in the play?

Back

Themselves.

Front

What literary device helps readers visualize the action in the play?

Back

Stage directions.

Front

Define 'scapegoat'.

Back

A scapegoat is a person or group that is unfairly blamed for problems.

Front

What theme is explored through the characters' actions in the play?

Back

The theme of paranoia and how fear can lead to irrational behavior.

Front

What role does Charlie play in the story?

Back

Charlie represents the fear and suspicion that can arise in a community.

Front

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

Back

The small-town setting amplifies the sense of community and the impact of fear.

Front

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

Back

It suggests that the real monsters are the people's fears and suspicions.