Question

As they suddenly start toward the house. In this brief fraction of a moment they take the first step toward performing a metamorphosis that changes people from a group into a mob. They begin to head purposefully across the street toward the house at the end. Steve stands in front of them. For a moment their fear almost turns their walk into a wild stampede but Steve's voice, loud, incisive and commanding makes them stop.
STEVE
Wait a minute . . . wait a minute! Let's not be a mob!
The people stop as a group, seem to pause for a moment and then much more quietly and slowly start to walk across the street.

–The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street,
Rod Serling

When a crowd gathers outside Les’s house, Steve comments, “Let’s not be a mob!” What does this show about Steve? Write one to three sentences explaining your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

B) isn't the solution because they're talking about their campaign and party rivalry, but D) they're talking about pausing when they felt something predictable.

Answer 2

Answer:

Steve can see that the group is becoming angry and possibly dangerous.

Explanation:

His defense of Les and his family shows that he is brave, caring, and reasonable. Steve seems to be a leader.