Monsters Are Due On Maple Street

Front

What is the significance of Les Goodman watering his lawn at night?

Back

It raises suspicion among the residents of Maple Street, suggesting he may be hiding something.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What role do stage directions play in a play?

Back

They help readers visualize the action and understand the setting and character movements.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

Who is ultimately responsible for the chaos in Maple Street?

Back

The residents themselves, as their fear and suspicion lead to conflict.

Front

What is a power outage?

Back

A temporary loss of electrical power, which is a key event in 'Monsters Are Due On Maple Street'.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What can be inferred about the mysterious figures in the play?

Back

They are not from this world, suggesting an alien presence.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

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

Back

Fear leads to paranoia and irrational actions, causing the community to turn against each other.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

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

Back

The theme explores how fear and suspicion can lead to the destruction of community and trust.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the character Charlie represent in the play?

Back

He represents the dangers of mob mentality and how quickly people can turn against one another.

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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

Front

How does the setting of Maple Street contribute to the story?

Back

It represents a typical suburban neighborhood, making the events more relatable and highlighting the fragility of social order.

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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

Front

What is the role of dialogue in a play?

Back

Dialogue reveals character motivations, advances the plot, and provides insight into the themes.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7