Vocabulary
The construction of a fictional character
Characterization
What were the girls doing in the woods?
Dancing, conjuring up spirits
What are the Rhetorical Appeals?
Ethos, Logos, Pathos
A rhetorical device that separates what is being defined into separate groups or classes. It is used to list smaller facets of a larger idea.
Classification
What is the main theme of the Crucible
too much power can lead to corruption.
beware of those who will who use religion for personal gain.
we should always protect our integrity no matter the cost.
A conclusion reached on basis of evidence & reasoning
Inference
Who does Arthur Miller base the character of Rev. Parris off of?
Senator McCarthy
What is a concession?
When you acknowledge that the opposition has a good point.
A rhetorical device that negates, or excludes, something that is not part of a definition. It helps describe that definition by stating a limitation to its meaning
Exemplification
the controversial and insecure minister of Salem
Rev. Parris
Idea or feeling a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning
Connotation
Why did Elizabeth choose to lie?
She thought she was protecting her husband
What appeal is primarily used in this security advertisement?
"There's no price that can be placed on peace of mind. Our advanced security systems will protect the well-being of your family so that you can sleep soundly at night."
Pathos
A rhetorical device that uses examples to add weight to a concept. The use of detailed examples evokes images that help the reader connect to the idea being defined.
Negation
10-year-old daughter of Rev. Parris; one of the first girls to be "afflicted.”
Betty Parris
general attitude of a piece of writing
Tone
How does Giles Corey die?
Pressed to death
Citing the testimonial of an professional athlete is which appeal?
Ethos
A rhetorical device that explains facets of a definition in terms of their purpose
Function
Lost seven children at childbirth
Mrs. Putnum
expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite
Irony
What are three themes presented in The Crucible?
Reputation, Hysteria, Power, Authority, Deception, Judgement
What part of a persuasive speech is the following statement? “Today's the day! You don't know which one will bring success, but that achievement starts with just getting into action today. So what are you waiting for? Get moving already!" -Kevin Hawkes
Call to Action
protagonist of the play a tragic hero and the first to expose the girls as frauds
John Proctor