The Monsters are
Due on Maple Street
Reading TDA
PROMPT: Sterling wrote “The Monsters are Due on Maple Street” to make a
political statement about the Red Scare occurring in America. Explain his position
on the subject (think- use of the word monsters) using evidence from the text.
WHAT YOU SHOULD INCLUDE:
*A sophisticated intro giving background information on the Red Scare and the plot.
*3 paragraphs, each explaining a component of how Sterling portrayed the ‘monsters’ and what
this says about his position. (Intro, Cite, Explain)
Each should include a QUOTE from the text and explanation of that quote.
*A mature conclusion that restates your position
Do not say YOU or I- say ‘the reader’
Do your best!