The Crucible Vocabulary Flashcard

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Allegory

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A story, poem, or picture revealing hidden meaning (moral/political).

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Political theory from Karl Marx

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Communism

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Hostility and ill-treatment due to race or beliefs

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Persecution

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Accusation

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Charge or claim of illegal/wrongdoing

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Accusations of subversion without evidence

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McCarthyism

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The Red Scare

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Deportation of radical immigrants (1919-1920) due to communist fears

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Allegory of Communism in Salem Witch Trials

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"The Crucible"

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Consequences of witchcraft charges in Salem

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Sentenced to hanging

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John and Abigail's relationship

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Had an affair

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Commandment forgotten by John Proctor

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Thou shall not commit adultery