Thursday 8/21

When Reverend Hale arrives, his repeated reliance on books and learning emphasizes which theme?

• The conflict between knowledge and superstition

• The importance of farming in Salem

• The strength of family unity

• The rejection of authority

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The repeated questioning of Tituba by Hale and Parris shows which recurring theme?

• Compassion for outsiders

• The scapegoating of the powerless

• The pursuit of truth above all else

• The respect of all voices in Salem

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

When Tituba confesses under pressure, the repetition of forced admissions highlights which theme?

• Truth naturally revealing itself

• Fear leading to false confessions

• Justice prevailing in Salem

• The independence of individuals

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The girls’ repeated accusations of townspeople after Tituba’s confession emphasizes which theme?

• The power of suggestion and hysteria

• The community’s rational judgment

• The end of fear in Salem

• Unity and reconciliation

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Hale’s excitement when names of witches are mentioned repeats which theme?

• The misuse of authority to fuel hysteria

• His love for the community’s safety

• The pursuit of scientific reasoning

• The importance of patience and truth

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The repeated focus on the Devil’s presence in Salem reflects which theme?

• The blending of fear and religion

• The growth of tolerance

• The importance of hard work

• The decline of authority

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Abigail and Betty’s chanting of names at the end of Act I repeats which theme?

• Collective hysteria gaining momentum

• The restoration of peace in Salem

• The triumph of reason over lies

• Respect for honest confession

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Tituba’s forced confession illustrate the theme of fear overpowering truth?

Why is the repetition of the girls naming names at the end of Act I significant for understanding how hysteria spreads?