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The Martian Chronicles. By Ray Bradbury pp. 31-72. “The Taxpayer”. A man identifying himself as a taxpayer demands to get on the ship to Mars. However, he misses the flight and is stuck on earth. The Big Question What have you missed out on that has been a big disappointment to you?.
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The Martian Chronicles By Ray Bradbury pp. 31-72
“The Taxpayer” • A man identifying himself as a taxpayer demands to get on the ship to Mars. However, he misses the flight and is stuck on earth. • The Big Question • What have you missed out on that has been a big disappointment to you?
“The Third Expedition” • Through telepathy, Martians trick the members of the third expedition into thinking they are their long lost relatives. They lure them into their homes and kill them. • The Big Question • How is the Martians’ ploy similar to their last treatment of earthlings? How is it different?
“And the Moon Be Still as Bright” • The fourth expedition arrives on a peaceful and beautiful Mars. The Martians have all died of chicken pox. Spender kills many members of the crew because he wants to honor the Martians and study the planet. • The Big Questions • What is Bradbury saying about imperialism and government? Why is Cheroke an important symbolic character?