The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street quiz

Why do the neighbors on Maple Street first become alarmed?

• They see a spacecraft land.

• The power goes out suddenly.

• Tommy tells them a story about aliens.

• A car won't start.

What does Tommy suggest might be happening on Maple Street?

• The government is spying on them.

• Someone on the street is secretly a criminal.

• A storm is coming.

• Aliens are causing the power outage.

Which neighbor's car starts on its own, causing suspicion?

• Steve Brand's

• Charlie's

• Les Goodman's

• Tommy's

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Why do the neighbors turn against Charlie?

• He shoots Pete Van Horn.

• His lights come on.

• He is friends with Les Goodman.

• His car starts.

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What do the stage directions often show about the neighbors?

• They are calmly working together.

• They are confused but polite.

• They ignore each other.

• They are becoming more nervous, angry, and suspicious.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

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What do the aliens at the end reveal about human nature?

(What lesson about human nature is this story teaching?)

• Humans are peaceful if left alone.

• Humans are smart and logical.

• Humans will destroy themselves with fear and suspicion.

• Humans cannot survive without technology.

Short answer question. Answer in at least 2 sentences.

What is the main conflict in The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street?

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CCSS.RL.3.9

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

Short answer question. Answer in at least 2 sentences.

How do the stage directions help the reader understand the growing mob mentality?

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Short answer question. Answer in at least 2 sentences.

Why is Pete Van Horn's death important to the plot?

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Short answer question. Answer in at least 2 sentences.

What theme does the play teach about human behavior in times of crisis?

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