Monsters Are Due On Maple Street

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

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The main theme is the fear of the unknown and how it can lead to paranoia and the breakdown of community.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What role does Tommy play in the story?

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Tommy is a character who theorizes that aliens are invading, which escalates the fear and suspicion among the residents.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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How do the residents of Maple Street react to the strange occurrences?

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They become increasingly paranoid and begin to accuse each other of being the cause of the events.

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

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The title suggests that the true 'monsters' are not external threats but the residents' own fears and suspicions.

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What event triggers the chaos on Maple Street?

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The chaos is triggered when cars and portable devices stop working, leading to suspicion and fear.

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How do stage directions contribute to the play?

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Stage directions help visualize the characters' emotions and actions, enhancing the audience's understanding of the story.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

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What does the play suggest about human nature in times of crisis?

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The play suggests that in times of crisis, people may turn against each other rather than unite.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

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Who is ultimately revealed to be the biggest enemy of the residents?

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Themselves; their own fears and suspicions lead to their downfall.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What literary device is prominently used in 'Monsters Are Due On Maple Street'?

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Suspense is a key literary device that builds tension and keeps the audience engaged.

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How does the setting of Maple Street influence the story?

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The suburban setting creates a false sense of security, making the residents' reactions more shocking.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3