Neighbors: Visualizing in The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street
Question 1 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 B
Read the excerpt from act 1 of The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street. TOMMYWhoever was in the thing that came over, I don't think they want us to leave here.28. MOVING SHOT – STEVE 28.As he leaves Charlie and walks over to the boy. He kneels down in front of him. He forces his voice to remain gentle. He reaches out and holds the boy. STEVEWhat do you mean? What are you talking about?What is Steve’s viewpoint about what Tommy is saying?
Answer
A
He is certain, as Tommy says, that no one should leave.
B
He is angry at Tommy for going against the group.
C
He is frightened at Tommy’s ideas about the flash.
D
He is intrigued and wants to know more from Tommy.
Explanation
Steve kneels in front of Tommy, speaks gently, and asks, “What do you mean? What are you talking about?” This shows that he wants Tommy to explain his idea, rather than agreeing with it or becoming angry. The best answer is that Steve is intrigued and wants to know more from Tommy.
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