The Crucible

Who wrote this play?

• Arthur Miller
• Haper Lee
• William Shakespeare
• John Steinbeck

What was the author's main purpose for writing The Crucible?

• to explain parallels between the Salem Witch Trials and McCarthyism
• to give an accurate account of the Salem Witch Trials
• to explain how important it is to treat children with respect
• to show readers how dangerous dancing can be

The Crucible is...

• complete fiction
• an allegory
• a work of satire
• an extreme exaggeration

What is the setting of this play?

• Salem, 1962
• Salem, 1692
• Andover, 1950
• Andover, 1692

How did Puritans view religion in their lives?

• Religion was an afterthought.
• Religion was important for children but not adults.
• Religion was an important part of everyday life.
• Religion was up to each individual.

How does the character Tituba help advance the plot?

• She was the only person discovered dancing in the woods.
• She was a slave and an easy target for accusations.
• She was a good friend of Abigail.
• Her daughter was one of the first to fall ill.

Which best describes Reverend Parris?

• a farmer concerned about his crops
• a lawyer concerned about his client
• a minister concerned about his reputation
• a father concerned about his family

What did Reverend Parris see in the woods?

• girls reading near a campfire
• girls dancing and a dress on the ground
• girls and boys fighting over a book
• evil spirits tormenting the girls

In addition to Betty Parris, who else has fallen ill?

• Abigail Williams
• Mary Warren
• Tituba
• Ruth Putnam

Which phrase best describes Abigail’s role among the girls of Salem?

• ring leader
• respectable servant
• moral example
• quiet follower