The Crucible Character and Themes

The video tutorial covers Act I of Arthur Miller's play, The Crucible, providing historical context about the Salem witch trials and Miller's life. It introduces the characters and analyzes key scenes, drawing parallels between the play's themes and historical events like McCarthyism. The teacher guides students through comprehension checks and encourages research on related topics.

What historical event does The Crucible draw parallels to?

• The American Revolution

• The Civil War

• The McCarthy hearings

• The Industrial Revolution

What was Arthur Miller's first successful play?

• The Crucible

• Death of a Salesman

• All My Sons

• A View from the Bridge

Who is the main character introduced in the opening scene of Act One?

• John Proctor

• Reverend Parris

• Tituba

• Abigail Williams

What is Reverend Parris's main concern at the beginning of the play?

• His daughter's health

• His reputation

• His relationship with Abigail

• The town's economy

What does Susanna Walcott report from Dr. Griggs?

• Betty is recovering

• There is no natural cause for Betty's illness

• Betty needs more rest

• Betty is possessed

What activity were Abigail and the other girls caught doing in the forest?

• Hunting

• Praying

• Dancing

• Gathering herbs

Who is accused of leading the girls in the forest?

• Reverend Hale

• Tituba

• Betty Parris

• Abigail Williams

What does Mrs. Putnam believe is the cause of her daughter's illness?

• A bad diet

• A curse

• Witchcraft

• A fever

What does Reverend Parris fear will happen if witchcraft is discovered in his house?

• His enemies will ruin him

• He will lose his job

• His daughter will be taken away

• He will be accused of witchcraft

What does Abigail claim about her reputation in the village?

• It is irrelevant

• It is improving

• It is spotless

• It is tarnished