The Crucible
by Arthur Miller

(Sample Lesson)

Research

Source 1. Go to the site below which compares the events of the play to the actual historical events. Read over the list of "historical inaccuracies" and take notes on three important (in your opinion) changes that Miller made. (You can skip over the introduction.)
http://www.ogram.org/17thc/crucible.shtml

1. first inaccuracy

2. second inaccuracy

3. third inaccuracy

4. Go to the questions included after the list of inaccuracies and copy or summarize #1 so that you can answer it later.

Analysis

1. Choose one of the inaccuracies from your list of notes and explain why you find it important.

2. Why do you think Miller made this change?

3. Do you agree with his decision?

4. Answer Question #1 from the site (#4 in your research notes).

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