PLEASE REMEMBER: ALWAYS USE COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
The Crucible: American Lit/Comp
September 4- 14 DUE DATE: To be announced.
NAME____________________________________
C Layer (50 points possible).
You will be verbally assessed for each activity in this layer that you choose to complete.
Complete at least one activity from each of the C level areas below. You must complete
this layer before moving on to the next.
Vocabulary
1. Choose 15 words from the play that you do not know. Look up their definitions
and create flash cards. Learn them.
2. Create a crossword using 15 words from the play. Be sure to include a word
bank.
3. Create a song that correctly incorporates a total of 10 vocabulary words from the
play. Their definitions should be clear from context.
Comprehension
1. Create a one page summary of The Crucible. Be sure to use complete sentences
and include transitional words and phrases.
2. Complete a Cause and Effect Organizer. On a plain sheet of paper, draw three
columns and label them as follows: Cause of, Event, and Effect of. Record 10
events with respective causes and effects.
3. Cite 5 examples from the McCarthy Era that demonstrate the negative effects of
blacklisting.
Elements
What are elements you ask?
Setting
• List of Characters
• Conflict
• Short Plot Summary (Synopsis)
• Themes
• Mood
• Background Information - Biography
• Literary/Historical Information
1. Create a poster incorporating 7 literary elements that relate to the play. Be sure
each element is listed and you understand what they are and how they work in the
play.
2. Create a song about The Crucible incorporating 5 literary elements. Perform it for
the class; turn in lyrics to teacher.
B Layer (30 points possible). Choose one of the activities below.
1. Create a comic strip for one of the acts in The Crucible. Show foreshadowing or
irony.
2. Create a board game that focuses on the plot, elements, and vocabulary of The
Crucible. Include clear directions for how to play, as well as everything needed
to do so.
3. Write a two-page scene based on a section of The Crucible, but set somewhere
else, like an urban ghetto or a mental ward. Be true to the plot, but make sure the
characters fit the setting.
A Layer (20 points possible)
Find two reliable sources on the topic, and create a bibliography for each one. Then
summarize the main points of each source. Next draft your opinion on the issue citing
your research for support. Your opinion should be in paragraph form, include citations,
and be a minimum of 200 words. Proofread, edit and type your final draft. Turn in the
following: Final (typed) draft with citations. Be sure to acknowledge the opposing
viewpoint!!!
Choose one question to answer for your research:
1. Is witchcraft real?
2. Why did people tolerate atrocities committed during the Salem Witch Trials?
3. Why and how does hysteria develop?
We will have ample time in the library for you to research. Please use my website for an
excellent reference tool on bibliographies