Earth's Interior

Question 1

60. LONG SHOT – LOOKING DOWN THE STREET | 60. | A figure has suddenly materialized in the gloom and in the silence we can hear the clickety-clack of slow, measured footsteps on concrete as the figure walks slowly toward them. One of the women lets out a stifled cry. The young mother grabs her boy as do a couple of others. | —The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street,Rod Serling | What type of mood do the stage directions create in this scene?

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suspenseful

Question 2

Pete Van Horn’s return adds to the story’s , and the long shot .

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builds tension and mystery

Question 3

Pete Van Horn’s return adds to the story’s , and the long shot .

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rising action; Pete Van Horn’s return adds to the story’s , and the long shot .: rising action; Pete Van Horn’s return adds to the story’s , and the long shot .: builds tension and mystery

Question 4

Based on the passage, how do the characters respond to the lights going on and off in the neighborhood?

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They become confused and out of control.

Question 5

How is the conflict resolved in The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street? Choose the two best answers.Tommy convinces the neighborhood to stop fighting.The neighbors turn on each other, and everyone is blamed.The aliens step in to teach the neighbors a lesson.Steve is able to stop the violence and calm the neighbors.The neighborhood destroys itself.

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The neighbors turn on each other, and everyone is blamed.; The neighborhood destroys itself.

Question 6

Based on the story’s resolution, which is the best theme for the story?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

People can be their own worst enemies.

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