Characters
Who is Ruth Putnam?
The only surviving child of Thomas and Ann Putnam, who falls ill and is part of the witchcraft accusations.
What is characterization?
The method by which an author reveals the personality of a character through their actions, dialogue, and thoughts.
What happens to Betty at the beginning of Act 1?
She falls into a mysterious illness after being discovered in the forest, leading to widespread panic.
What historical event is "The Crucible" an allegory for?
The McCarthy trials and the fear of communism in the 1950s.
What Holiday happens this month?
Halloween
Who is Tituba?
She is Reverend Parris's slave from Barbados, accused of witchcraft and conjuring spirits in the forest.
What is Stage Direction?
Instructions in the script that describe how actors should perform and what actions should take place.
What were the girls doing in the forest?
They were dancing and engaging in forbidden activities (dancing, drinking blood, being naked), which leads to accusations of witchcraft.
What year does the play take place?
1692
When is your movie permission slip due?
TOMORROW!!!
Who is John Proctor?
A farmer who had an affair with Abigail Williams and struggles with his guilt and reputation.
How does Miller use Imagery?
He uses vivid descriptions to create a sense of the oppressive atmosphere of Salem and the hysteria surrounding witchcraft.
What secret does Abigail have?
She wants to get rid of Elizabeth Proctor because she had an affair with John Proctor.
When did the Salem witch trials happen?
1692-1693
How many people have been accused of Witchcraft so far?
12
Describe Abigail Williams' personality.
The main antagonist, she is manipulative and seeks to eliminate Elizabeth Proctor to be with John Proctor.
What is Symbolism?
Objects or elements that represent deeper meanings, such as the "gold" referring to greed and obsession
What is the setting of Act 1?
Upstairs bedroom in Paris' home in Salem, Massachusetts, in the year 1692, during the height of the witch trials.
Who was Joe McCarthy?
A U.S. senator known for his role in anti-communist pursuits and the "McCarthyism" campaign.
Who plays Reverend Parris?
Zon
Who is Reverend Hale?
A minister and expert on witchcraft who initially supports the witch trials but later questions them.
What is hyperbole?
An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, often used in dialogue to emphasize emotion
What motivates Reverend Parris?
His desire to maintain power and reputation in Salem, fearing for his position amid the witchcraft accusations.
What does "The Red Scare" refer to?
A period of intense fear of communism in the United States during the late 1940s and 1950s.
Who Plays Abigail Williams?
Zy