NAME:___________________________
Literary Elements in The Crucible
Section One: Using the glossary in your literature book, define the following terms.
Protagonist:
Antagonist:
Direct Characterization:
Indirect Characterization:
Static Characters:
Dynamic Characters:
Round Characters:
Flat Characters:
Setting:
Theme:
Part Two: Using the above terms and your knowledge of The Crucible, answer the following
questions.
1. What are three major conflicts in The Crucible? Label each as being internal or external.
2. Which type of characterization is used more in the play, direct or indirect? Why do you
think this is?
3. Give two examples of each type of character (static, dynamic, flat, round). For the
dynamic characters, briefly summarize how they change from the beginning to the end of
the play.
4. What is a good theme for The Crucible?