The Crucible Background Review

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What was Arthur Miller accused of?

Back

Being a Communist.

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Define 'Crucible'.

Back

A situation in which something is tested or a conflict takes place.

Front

What grammatical pattern is used in the phrase, 'I have done some good, offered some service, shed some light, healed some wounds'?

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Parallelism.

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Why were so many people brought to trial in The Crucible?

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Hysteria induced false accusations.

Front

True or False: The Puritans used witch hysteria to express their sins without taking responsibility for them.

Back

True.

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What is the significance of hysteria in The Crucible?

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It leads to false accusations and the breakdown of social order.

Front

What role does guilt play in The Crucible?

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It drives characters to project their sins onto others, leading to accusations.

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What is the main theme of The Crucible?

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The dangers of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

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Who is the author of The Crucible?

Back

Arthur Miller.

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What historical event influenced The Crucible?

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The McCarthy hearings and the Red Scare.