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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Theme of Individual and Collective Power
Is it better to stand as an individual or join forces with the majority? This lesson explores the theme of individuality and collective power in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Explore what happened in Salem when the community’s rules...
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Theme of Hysteria and Fear
When hysteria and fear strike, no one’s safe! This lesson explores the theme of hysteria and fear in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Discover parallels between the witch hunts in Salem and the fear of Communism in 1950s America (Miller’s...
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Theme of Reputation and Integrity
This lesson explores the theme of reputation and integrity in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Unpack why some characters chose to stay true to themselves, while others lied to save their reputations. Join us and learn how to analyse...
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Act 1 Summary
Welcome to Salem, an American town ruled by religion. Reverend Parris’ daughter, Betty, has fallen ill. What could it be? Reverend Parris suspects witchcraft after finding out that Betty and Abigail, his niece, were dancing in the forest...
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Building Paragraphs Part 2
Learn how to write brilliant analytical paragraphs to discuss themes (and much more) in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’! Watch us build two structured body paragraphs that would fit right into an extended response. The paragraphs will...
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Theme of Truth, Lies & Deceit
What motivated some characters to lie? Why did others tell the terrible truth? This lesson explores the theme of truth, lies and deceit in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Unpack the role that fear plays in spreading dangerous rumours....
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Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Context
Watch this video to learn about Miller’s world and its influence on the play The Crucible. Discover 1950s America and the widespread fear of communism, which grew into the Red Scare and McCarthyism. We’ll unpack the Cold War, the...
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Ims, Harper Audio: Arthur Miller's Play, "The Crucible"
This website provides audio files of four separate scenes from Miller's "The Crucible." Short descriptions accompany each scene. Audio clips are available in ".au," ".gsm", and ".ra" formats.