The Crucible Act I Vocab Lesson

The Crucible Act I Vocabulary

Take notes on the following vocabulary terms and the Latin root -Fama-

Multiple Choice

"Despite his innocence, the politician's reputation was severely damaged by the repeated calumny spread by his opponents, who falsely accused him of corruption."

What is the most likely meaning of the word calumny?

• slander or false accusation
• genuine support
• praise or compliment
• truthful statement

Calumny

Definition:
A false statement made to damage someone's reputation; slander.

Example sentence:
The journalist was sued for calumny after publishing a baseless article that accused the actor of illegal activities.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences provides the best example of a calumny?

• She received an award for her outstanding performance at work.
• She was fired for embezzlement, but it was just a rumor started by her jealous coworker.

• He was praised for his leadership skills during the project.
• They were recognized for their contributions to the community.

Multiple Choice

"The celebrity filed a lawsuit for defamation after several media outlets published untrue stories that severely harmed her public image."

What is the most likely meaning of the word defamation?

• The act of damaging someone's reputation through false statements.
• The act of sharing true stories about a person's life.
• The process of filing a lawsuit against a celebrity for personal reasons.
• The act of promoting someone's public image through positive statements.

Defamation

Definition:
The act of making false statements about someone that damage their reputation; slander or libel

Example sentence:
The company accused the former employee of defamation after he spread rumors that damaged its credibility in the industry.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences is an example of defamation?

• 'The company had a record profit last year'
• 'John told a lie about how Billy embezzled money from his company'

• 'John told a story about how Billy is a successful businessman'

• 'Mary won the employee of the month award'

Multiple Choice

"Even after their argument was resolved, Sarah remained vindictive, constantly seeking ways to get back at Tom for the smallest perceived slight."

What is the most likely meaning of the word vindictive?

• forgiving and understanding
• supportive and encouraging
• seeking revenge or spiteful
• apathetic and indifferent

Vindictive

Definition:
Having or showing a strong desire for revenge or retaliation.

Example sentence:
Despite the minor disagreement, his vindictive nature led him to hold a grudge and seek ways to embarrass his coworker at every opportunity.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are behaviors of a vindictive person?

• Being overly generous
• Always forgiving
• Encouraging teamwork
• Seeking revenge

Multiple Choice

"The Wright brothers are famously known for their pioneering work in aviation, as they successfully built and flew the first powered airplane."

What is the most likely meaning of the word famously?

• unknown
• unpopular
• ordinary
• well-known

Latin Root -fama-

• Definition:
  "reputation"

• Example:
  Defamation: discrediting someone's reputation through untruthful statements

Multiple Choice

Based on your knowledge of the Latin root -fama-, how would you define the word infamy?

• Infamy is a term for great fame and success.
• Infamy refers to a state of being unknown or unnoticed.
• Infamy describes a positive reputation in society.
• Infamy is the state of being well-known for bad conduct or reputation.

Quiz, Quiz, Trade

Stand up, hand up, Pair Up​

1. Partner A holds up the flash card to show Partner B the question. ​

2. Partner B answers. ​

3. Partner A praises if correct or coaches if incorrect.

4. They switch roles and Partner B asks Partner A the next question.​

Hand up

1. After thanking each other and switching cards, ​

2. Partners A and B raise their hands to find a new partner and repeat the process.