The Monsters are Due on Maple Street Act 1 Review

Front

What happens to the people on Maple Street after the flash of light and sound?

Back

Their power goes out and phones and cars stop working.

Front

What motivates Steve to explain the flash of light by talking about meteors and sunspots?

Back

He wants to reassure himself that there is nothing to fear.

Front

What is Tommy's explanation for what is happening on Maple Street?

Back

An alien spaceship has landed.

Front

Do Tommy's remarks make everyone feel better?

Back

False

Front

What event in Act I is a clue that the neighbors will stop trusting one another?

Back

Steve jokes that they should check to see who among them is human.

Front

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

Back

The theme explores fear and paranoia leading to distrust among neighbors.

Front

How does fear affect the behavior of the characters in the play?

Back

Fear leads to suspicion and conflict among the neighbors.

Front

What role does Tommy play in the story?

Back

Tommy is a character who suggests that an alien invasion is happening.

Front

What does the power outage symbolize in the play?

Back

The power outage symbolizes the breakdown of social order and communication.

Front

How do the characters react to the initial flash of light?

Back

They are confused and scared, leading to various theories about its cause.