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Introduction to the PlayThe following presentation will give you an overview of the play, The Crucible. |
Interactive Witch HuntIn order to leave behind the "safe world" of the present and to get a taste of what it was like in Salem in 1692 at the height of the witch hunts, you are going to participate in an interactive web site created by the National Geographic Society. By fully entering into the activity, you will gain insight into the emotional power of the Salem witch trials and will gain a more complete understanding of the play's literary and historical significance. Click on the link below to go on your interactive witch hunt. |
Witchy WomanNext, listen to the song "Witchy Woman" performed by the Eagles. I have attached a copy of the lyrics. How does modern society view witches? What are some of the descriptions of witches that you noticed in the song? As you read the play, think about the stereotypes of witches that are represented in the song compared to the witches of Salem, Massachusetts. You should notice a big difference. Here's a YouTube video with lyrics (below). If you can't view it, no worries - it isn't required!
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Reading the PlayYou can access the play online through this course, but you might want your own copy of the play The Crucible. Some students find it easier to read longer texts with a hard copy, so it might be to your benefit to check out a copy from your local library. |
Works Cited
Salem Witchcraft Hysteria http://www.nationalgeographic.com/salem/ 10 August 2012
YouTube www.youtube.com 29 April 2013
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