Monsters Due on Maple Street

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What are stage directions?

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Instructions for actors, directors, and stage crew to help interpret the script.

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What event makes Charlie look suspicious to the neighbors after the shotgun incident?

Back

Charlie's lights turn on.

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Who does Tommy refer to when he says, 'They don't want you to'?

Back

Aliens from outer space.

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Who is the protagonist of 'Monsters Due on Maple Street'?

Back

Steve.

Front

Who does Charlie shoot with the shotgun and why?

Back

Peter Van Horn because he thinks he is an alien.

Front

What is the significance of the lights turning on in Charlie's house?

Back

It raises suspicion among the neighbors about Charlie's involvement.

Front

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

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Fear drives the neighbors to suspicion and irrational behavior.

Front

What is an aside in a play?

Back

A remark made by a character that is intended to be heard by the audience but not by other characters.

Front

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

Back

The dangers of paranoia and mob mentality.

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How does the character of Tommy contribute to the plot?

Back

He introduces the idea of aliens, which escalates the fear among the neighbors.