The Crucible

Answer these questions from The Crucible, the play, cite sources

The Rosenbergs (Julius and Ethel) and Joseph McCarthy
a. What was their part in creating a national hysteria?
b. Locate others who were involved with their insidious plot. Tell us whether or
not they died.
c. Who suffered from their greed and deception?
d. Outline what they did and discuss its impact on America.

  1. Joseph McCarthy and the Red Scare
    a. What was happening in the country to force McCarthy to believe he must battle Communism in America?
    b. How did he fight his battles against Communism?
    c. What happened to the people as a result?
    d. Describe what type of person McCarthy was, describe his battle against
    Communism and Socialism, and describe its impact on America.
  2. The Occult and Religious Hysteria/Fanatics
    a. Give three examples of religious groups who acted in a fanatical way ending in the death of some of its members.
    b. What led to their demise? From where did their ideas stem?
    c. Cite examples and people involved in the groups.
    d. Include their impact on America.
  3. Arthur Miller
    Grading:
    a. Describe Arthur Miller’s life prior to him becoming a famous writer
    b. What made him believe that Socialism/Communism was a viable alternative to
    life?
    c. How did McCarthyism, Blacklisting, and the Red Scare affect his own life?
    d. Why should we be aware of him and his life? In your opinion, why did he write
    The Crucible?

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