The Crucible Introduction

Who wrote The Crucible?

• Arthur Miller

• Arthur Moore

• Andrew Miller

• Andrew Moore

The Crucible is an ALLEGORY - a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning. This story about the hysteria surrounding the Salem Witch Trials can also be interpreted as a story about which 20th century movement?

• Communism

• Consumerism

• Modernism

• McCarthyism

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How did those accused of witchcraft in the 1690s and those accused of practicing Communism in the 1950s avoid punishment?

• They proved their innocence.

• They confessed and accused others.

• They confessed and then made a pledge to support the American government.

• They didn't. All accused were found guilty and were punished.

A story that begins En Medias Res starts

• by revealing the climax of the story first.

• at the point of highest intensity.

• in the middle of the story, when something significant has already happened.

• at the end.

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What is a theocracy?

• A government strongly controlled by religious leaders.

• One person is given absolute power.

• A government of elected, rather than appointed, officials.

• A government in which all people are equal; there are no leaders.

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What is a crucible?

• A witch trial

• A sermon

• A severe test or challenge

• A paralyzing fear

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Why was the author of The Crucible arrested?

• He confessed to attending parties thrown by known Communists and refused to accused any of his friends.

• He plagiarized most of this play and others.

• He produced The Crucible on Broadway against the express directions of the House Un-American Affairs committee.

• He attempted to overthrow the United States government in hopes of installing a new Communist government.

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