The Crucible and McCarthyism

What is the main allegory in The Crucible?

• A. The power of religion

• B. The dangers of mob mentality

• C. The consequences of individual autonomy

• D. The downfall of conservative values

What does Miller explore in relation to Salem's power structures?

• A. The importance of hierarchy

• B. The need for change

• C. The disruption caused by fear

• D. The downfall of authority

What was Arthur Miller's personal experience with the American Dream?

• A. He achieved great success

• B. His family faced economic hardship

• C. He became a communist sympathizer

• D. He immigrated to Poland

What was the 'red scare' in America during the 1950s?

• A. Fear of economic collapse

• B. Fear of communism

• C. Fear of Hollywood stars

• D. Fear of religious freedom

What was the purpose of the 'House Committee on Un-American Activities'?

• A. To investigate communism in Hollywood

• B. To promote communism in America

• C. To protect American values

• D. To drive out religious freedom

Who was the notorious senator associated with McCarthyism?

• A. Joseph McCarthy

• B. Arthur Miller

• C. Salem Witch Trials

• D. Hollywood stars

What does the term 'McCarthyism' refer to?

• A. Circular-questioning

• B. Fear of communism

• C. The downfall of authority

• D. The power of religion

What caused tensions to arise between state power and personal autonomy?

• A. Fear of communism

• B. Accusation without proof

• C. Miller's friend being brought before the committee

• D. Power acquisition by fear mongering

What are two of the dominant thematic concerns in The Crucible?

• A. The power of religion

• B. The dangers of mob mentality

• C. The consequences of individual autonomy

• D. The downfall of conservative values

What does the 'witch hunt' in The Crucible symbolize?

• A. The fear of communism

• B. The fear of the unknown

• C. The fear of religious freedom

• D. The fear of Hollywood stars