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What is the main purpose of Arthur Miller's play The Crucible?
What is the main purpose of Arthur Miller's play The Crucible?
- To explore the life of playwright Arthur Miller
- To portray the conflict between Native Americans and Puritan colonists
- To criticize the United States government's persecution during McCarthyism (correct)
- To dramatize the Salem witch trials and their impact on society
When was The Crucible first performed on Broadway?
When was The Crucible first performed on Broadway?
- March 5, 1957
- December 10, 1954
- February 14, 1956
- January 22, 1953 (correct)
Who was the playwright questioned by the House of Representatives' Committee on Un-American Activities?
Who was the playwright questioned by the House of Representatives' Committee on Un-American Activities?
- E. G. Marshall
- Arthur Miller (correct)
- Beatrice Straight
- Madeleine Sherwood
What did the first production of The Crucible win a Tony Award for?
What did the first production of The Crucible win a Tony Award for?
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In what year did a new production of The Crucible become a classic?
In what year did a new production of The Crucible become a classic?
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Study Notes
Main Purpose of The Crucible
- Explores the themes of mass hysteria and the dangers of extremism.
- Critiques the impact of fear on society and the moral conflicts individuals face.
First Performance
- The Crucible was first performed on Broadway in 1953.
Playwright's Questioning
- Arthur Miller, the playwright of The Crucible, was questioned by the House of Representatives' Committee on Un-American Activities.
Tony Award Recognition
- The first production of The Crucible won a Tony Award for Best Play.
Classic Status Year
- A new production of The Crucible is regarded as a classic since 1996.
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Test your knowledge about the connections between Arthur Miller's play 'The Crucible' and the historical events of McCarthyism. This quiz will challenge you to remember key details and themes from both the play and the period of political persecution in the United States.
