Making Predictions in The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street
Question 5 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 B
Based on Steve’s actions in the first part of the teleplay, readers may have predicted that Steve would continue being the town’s leader during the power outage. How should readers revise this prediction after Don asks Steve about his radio?
Answer
A
Readers should now predict that Les Goodman will attack Steve.
B
Readers should now predict that Steve is one of the aliens.
C
Readers should now predict that Steve will no longer be seen as the leader.
D
Readers should now predict that Steve will escape to Floral Street.
Explanation
Don’s question about Steve’s radio makes the neighbors question Steve instead of simply following his lead. As suspicion spreads during the outage, Steve’s authority weakens, so readers should predict that he will no longer be seen as the leader. The best choice is “Readers should now predict that Steve will no longer be seen as the leader.”
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