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Students consider the implications of the Salem Witch Trials. In this literature lesson, students read Arthur Miller's The Crucible and compare the witch trials to McCarthyism of the 1950's. Students rewrite scenes from the play using a modern perspective.

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the crucible, arthur miller, early american history, the salem witch trials

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early american history, salem witch trials, the crucible, english language arts
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Grade
9th - 12th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
3 days
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