Consider the short story, "The Off Season," from The Martian Chronicles. Use the packet you received in class.
STUDY QUESTIONS
How does the story reflect the concerns of Americans during the Cold War?
How does Parkhill reflect nationalistic attitudes that prevailed during the Cold War?
In what ways does the hot dog stand represent capitalism?
What roles do paranoia and fear play in the story?
What is "alien" about the Martian's attitudes and actions in the story?
How might have the superpowers (U.S.A. and U.S.S.R.) regarded each other as alien?
What is ironic about the story's title?
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