Flashcard on Monsters Are Due on Maple Street

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What does Steve suggest Charlie should forget?

Back

The whole situation.

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What does Steve suggest might be different about one family?

Back

They are from outer space.

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What does Les Goodman tell the others he is guilty of?

Back

Insomnia.

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What does Goodman do after the crowd stops momentarily?

Back

He goes to his front porch.

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What is the crowd's reaction after the shooting?

Back

They gather around the figure.

Front

What theme is explored in 'Monsters Are Due on Maple Street'?

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

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How does the setting contribute to the story's tension?

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The quiet suburban street creates a false sense of security that is shattered by fear.

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What role does Charlie play in escalating the conflict?

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Charlie becomes increasingly paranoid and accuses his neighbors, fueling the mob mentality.

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What does the title 'Monsters Are Due on Maple Street' suggest?

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It suggests that the real monsters are not external but are the people themselves when driven by fear.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of mob mentality?

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The crowd quickly turns against each other based on fear and suspicion, leading to chaos.