The Crucible: Act 1 Pop Flashcard

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Arthur Miller wrote The Crucible as a response to...

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McCarthyism

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Vindictive

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Having or showing a strong or unreasonable desire for revenge

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Wealthy man, angry that his brother-in-law was not chosen to the minister

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Thomas Putnam

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Where and when does the play take place?

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Salem, 1692

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Abigail is a master of...

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dissembling

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What is the main theme of The Crucible?

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The dangers of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

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Who is the protagonist of The Crucible?

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John Proctor

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What motivates Abigail Williams in the play?

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Her desire for power and her love for John Proctor.

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What does the term 'crucible' symbolize in the play?

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A severe test or trial that reveals character.

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What role does fear play in The Crucible?

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Fear drives the characters to make irrational decisions and fuels the witch hunt.