Monday, July 6th
What is the first thing you notice about the
book and how it is written?
Three descriptions of
Steve’s life in the
detention center.
Why is the title of
the book “monster”?
MONSTER
1.
Why do you think the author
chose to write this way? write
it this way?
In the opening line Steve states,
“The best time to cry is at
night.” Why does he think this?
1.
2.
2.
Why does Steve
decide the best way to
deal with his reality is
to pretend it’s a
movie?
3.
Explain if you agree or disagree with
Steven’s assumption.
1.
Steve is on trial for what crime?
2.
Circle two words that best
describe Steve’s lawyer:
Name: ___________________________
Cheerful
Professional
What is the possible
punishment if he is found
guilty?
Enthusiastic
Unethical
1.
Or
2.
Serious
Monday, July 6th
MONSTER
List three movie script directions
that Steve uses to describe his
surroundings.
1.
2.
3.
“Ain’t no use
putting the
blanket over
your head, man.
You can’t cut
this out, this is
reality. This is
the real deal.”
Why is it said by a Voice-Over?
What does this quote mean?
What does this show us about Steve’s age?
What are other times that people put blankets
over their heads?
What does the blanket symbolize to Steve?
How does O’Brien respond to Steve
chronicling the trial as a movie?
What does this show us about
O’Brien?
Describe the flashback Steve includes in his movie and its importance.
Who is Zinzi and what
information does he
provide?
Why did he share this
information?