The Crucible Acts 1 & 2
Authored by Terrie Laufer
English
11th Grade
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This quiz focuses on Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible," specifically examining Acts 1 and 2 through character analysis, plot comprehension, and thematic understanding. The content is appropriate for 11th-grade students studying American literature, as it requires sophisticated analysis of complex characters, understanding of historical allegory, and interpretation of symbolic elements like the crucible itself. Students need a solid grasp of the Salem witch trials setting, the motivations driving characters like John Proctor, Abigail Williams, and Reverend Parris, and the ability to connect specific quotes to their speakers while understanding the context and significance of each statement. The quiz also tests students' comprehension of key plot points, such as Proctor's inability to remember the adultery commandment, Elizabeth's poppet being used as evidence, and the power dynamics between characters that drive the tragic events forward. Created by Terrie Laufer, an English teacher in the US who teaches grade 11. This quiz serves as an excellent formative assessment tool to gauge students' comprehension of the first two acts before progressing deeper into the play's climactic moments. Teachers can use this as a warm-up activity to review previous reading assignments, as homework to reinforce key plot points and character development, or as a quick check for understanding during class discussions. The mix of character identification through quotes and multiple-choice questions about plot details makes it versatile for both individual practice and small group review sessions. This assessment aligns with Common Core standards RL.11-12.1 for citing textual evidence, RL.11-12.3 for analyzing character development and interaction, and RL.11-12.4 for determining meaning of words and phrases, particularly the symbolic significance of the title itself.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
At the beginning of Act I, Parris is angry with Abigail because
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.8.7
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
When Betty is sick, Parris refuses to leap to the conclusion of witchcraft because he thinks that
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Proctor cannot remember the commandment of “Thou shalt not . . .
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The word “crucible” means
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Ezekiel Cheever becomes convinced that Goody Proctor is a witch when he discovers
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.W.11-12.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
From the comments of Parris in Act I, his concern for his daughter seems primarily based on his
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CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Which of the following sentences best describes the relationship between John and Elizabeth Proctor at the opening of The Crucible, Act II?
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
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