Acts I & II
In Act II, Marry Warren gives Elizabeth what gift?
A poppet
Where does Act III take place?
The vestry room of the meeting house (the courtroom).
What year did the Salem Witch Trials occur?
1692
Which form of persuasive rhetoric is this: "The graph shows our progress over time."
Logos
Who is the author of the article?
Laurence Maslon
In Act I, why id Parris primarily concerned about witches in Salem?
He doesn't want his reputation to be damaged.
In Act III, Abigail and the girls pretend to see what?
Mary's spirit in the form of a bird.
During which decade did the "Red Scare" occur?
1940s-1250s
What form of persuasive rhetoric is this: "I've been an art critic for over 30 years, and during that time, I've never come across a contemporary work of art that has as many layers of meaning as this one."
According to the article, which village was the real sire of the events depicted in The Crucible?
Salem Village which is now known as Danvers
In Act II, which commandment does John Proctor forget?
In Act IV, why was Goody Proctor sent by the judges to convince John Proctor to falsely confess to witchcraft?
Because the judges aim to set a public example with him, hoping it will compel others to confess and prevent further deaths.
What was the industry most targeted by the "Red Scare?"
The movie industry
Which rhetorical appeal is demonstrated in this quote?
"Arthur Miller was an arts professor at Harvard Law School."
Ethos
What reason does the article give for tensions between Salem Town and Salem Village that may have contributed to the witchcraft accusations?
Disputes over taxes and autonomy.
In Act II, why does Elizabeth think that Abigail wants to kill her?
She believes Abby wants to take her place as John's wife.
In Act IV, John Proctor states, "'Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life! Because I lie and sign myself to lies! ... What else is there... but my name?'" What does Mr. Proctor's name symbolize?
The last thing he has left after months in prison; it represents his identity, honor, and ethical integrity. He refuses to sacrifice his morals even though it would save his life.
Why did Arthur Miller write The Crucible?
It was a response to the panic of the "Red Scare."
When John Proctor argues to the court that the girls are lying, he point out the logical inconsistencies in their testimony. Which rhetorical appeal is he demonstrating?
Logos
Which theme is MOST emphasized in the PBS article's discussion of The Crucible?
The danger of confusing dramatic storytelling with historical truth.
In Act II, what did Mary Warren do that upset the Proctors?
Disobeyed John and went to the Salem court.
In both Act IV of The Crucible and the historical Salem Witch Trials, who's conviction led to the end of the trials?
A pastor's wife
(Reverend Hale's wife)
The Crucible is a(n) _______ of the "Red Scare."
Allegory
In this quote from The Crucible, which persuasive device is being used?
"Francis Nurse: (trembling with anger) 'Mr. Danforth, I gave them all my word no harm would some to them for signing this.'"
Pathos
This quote from the article represents which rhetorical device?
"[Miller writes in such a way] that one might be moved to sympathize with the [court] judges... Every character is [on] a quest for certitude, whether it be moral certitude in the case of John Proctor, or evidentiary certitude, as in the case of Reverend Hale. [In curiosity or fear,] we stumble into darkness, looking for whatever signpost or light we can find to take us to safety and certainty. [The fact] that Miller's play allows for such deep, contradictory, and moving readings is a tribute to his artistry." (PBS)
Pathos