The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street- Review

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

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The setting includes Maple Street, a small suburban area, during late summer.

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What is a conversation between characters called?

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Dialogue.

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What is a common theme in science fiction?

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Common themes include scientific experiments, time travel, and advanced technology.

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What event occurs when the neighbors see a dark figure?

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Charlie shoots and kills Pete Van Horn.

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What does the resolution of the teleplay suggest about the two figures?

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They have done this to other towns and intend to do it again.

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What genre does 'The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street' belong to?

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Science fiction.

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

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The main conflict arises from fear and suspicion among neighbors.

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What role does fear play in the story?

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Fear leads to irrational behavior and conflict among the characters.

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Who is the character that first suggests the idea of an alien presence?

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Steve.

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

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It suggests that the real monsters are the people's fears and suspicions.