Monster | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Prologue

1. In the first journal entry, why does Steve say he does not recognize himself?

2. What does Steve say happens if anyone knows you are crying in prison?

3. In the prologue, Steve says "they say you get used to being in jail." What is Steve's take on this passage?

4. Describe the kind of movie Steve says it feels as if he has stepped into?

5. How does the typeface of Steve's journal entries indicate stress or special meaning on certain words?

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