Can somebody explain in 1 or 2 sentences so I can get a clear understanding? Best answer will get points. 1. How could we characterize a social or political event as an American monster? 2. What is one characteristic of a distinctly American monster? 3. Describe how monsters are created. 4. What are two similarities among tales in American folklore about monsters? 5. What do American monster stories often reflect? 6. What does the landscape have to do with American monster stories?