Title: Conventions of Drama 10/06/14 Page 20 Aim: How can we identify and analyze conventions of drama? Do Now: Respond to the notable quote on page 130

Conventions of Drama Drama Conventions: Stage directions: Describes setting and characters but also provides historical background in the form of expository mini-essays Dialogue: Moves the plot forward and reveals character traits Type of characters—heroes, villains, and foils—which authors uses to heighten the tension of his/her drama. Plot: Driven by conflict that builds throughout each act

Plot Structure Exposition Rising Action Climax Falling action Resolution

Speech Devices Write down the definitions of monologue, soliloquy and aside from page 129.

On page 20--Answer the following… If you were accused, which choice would you choose and why? You're Accused! It's the spring of 1692 in Salem, Massachusetts. You've just been accused by "an afflicted girl" of being a witch. The reason for the accusation against you might have been any from a long list of possibilities. Perhaps you're reclusive, talk to yourself, or exhibit some other form of eccentric behavior. Perhaps you were involved in a previous dispute with the family of the afflicted girl. Perhaps you don't go to church, or go to the wrong church, or sided with the wrong faction in recent congregational strife within the Salem Village Church. Perhaps you speak French or are suspected with having aided the Wabanakis in the recent Indian wars. Or perhaps you expressed support for a recently accused witch or--worse yet--accused the accusers of lying. Whatever the reason, you're in big trouble now. What do you do? (Pick an option below). (A) FLEE SALEM (B) ACCUSE SOMEONE ELSE (C) CONFESS, EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE INNOCENT (D) PLEAD INNOCENT AND STAND FOR TRIAL (E) REFUSE TO STAND FOR TRIAL AND FACE THE CONSEQUENCESFLEE SALEMACCUSE SOMEONE ELSECONFESS, EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE INNOCENTPLEAD INNOCENT AND STAND FOR TRIALREFUSE TO STAND FOR TRIAL AND FACE THE CONSEQUENCES

Agree or Disagree You have the responsibility to inform authorities about questionable behavior of your neighbors

Agree or Disagree You, as a member of society, have the obligation to obey the laws.

Agree or Disagree? Racial, ethnic, and religious profiling is acceptable to maintain order in society.

Vocab Crucible: A severe test that highlights the strengths and weaknesses of a character McCarthyism is the practice of making accusations of disloyalty, subversion, or treason without proper regard for evidence

Answer in your notebook What information do the opening stage directions provide?

Title: Hysteria 10/08/14 Page 21 Aim: How can we break down characters using stage directions and dialogue? Do Now: Think about a time when you or someone you know tried but failed to change someone’s opinion. How might it feel to have your argument rejected—and to know that the other person continues to hold a view that you do not?

Directions DO NOT TELL ANYONE WHAT YOU READ ACT IMMEDIATELY YOU MUST FULFILL YOUR ROLE

Answer in your notebook with one piece of evidence What role do you think rumor has in the creation of hysteria in a community?

Student A: Focus on the description of Mrs. Putnam that appears in the stage directions in lines Draw an illustration to indicate what you think she looks like. Student B: Complete the Cause and Effect chart on Thomas Putnam. Student C: Parris expresses concern for his daughter, but his comments to Abigail suggest that he has another motive for wanting to know what happened in the forest. What does his conversation with Abigail suggest about his personality? Have one piece of evidence. CauseEffect Putnam’s candidate for minister has been rejected Putnam’s attempt to gain money by disputing his father’s will had failed

Title: Characterization10/09/14 Page 22 Aim: How can we get to know the characters in The Crucible? Do Now: One’s reputation is not important; therefore, going against the crowd should be an easy thing to do. Agree or disagree and explain your response.

Direct vs. Indirect Characterization Direct characterization is when the author or narrator directly tells the reader what a character is like. For example, “Jennifer is a fiery red-head with the tenacity of a mule.” Indirect characterization is when the author gives information about a character and allows the reader to draw his or her own conclusions about that character. Two of the ways we can learn about a character through indirect characterization are: The character’s own thoughts, feelings and actions What other characters say or feel or how they act towards another character

Finish Characterization Stations Rules: You have 5 minutes at each station. Make sure you jot down all information on each character. Exit Slip for page 22: What are 3 things you learned about the characters in The Crucible?

Title: Salem Witch Trials10/10/14 Page 23 Aim: How can we begin to understand the Salem Witch Trials in order to better interpret The Crucible? Do Now: What do you think of when you hear the word witch?

From Salem Witch Museum Miscellany available at the Salem Witch MuseumSalem Witch Museum There are several definitions or connotations of the word "witch", and it is important to understand the differences in usage when one visits Salem and becomes acquainted with the Salem witch trials. The following is a very brief explanatory note outlining the three most common uses of the word. First, to understand the Salem witch trials, it is necessary to know the 17 th -century definition of witchcraft. In England and New England at that time, it was believed that a malefic (evil/harmful) witch had made a pact with the devil, the Christian embodiment of evil. The pact would involve an exchange of a soul for special evil powers with which other mortals could be tormented. Victims of witchcraft would claim to see horrible visions, experience physical pain and exhibit bizarre and troubling behavior. The supposed perpetrator, labeled a witch, would be subject to arrest, trial, conviction and sentence. In 17 th -century New England, under the English legal system, a person convicted of witchcraft was hanged. The Court of Oyer and Terminer convicted persons accused of witchcraft under the precedent of previous executions in England and New England. The word witch has another important definition. Practitioners of the religion of Witchcraft or Wicca trace their beliefs to pre-Christian times. Theirs is a nature-based religion which pays homage to a Father God and Mother Goddess. They recognize no personification of evil and disassociate themselves entirely from the 17 th -century definition of witchcraft. Finally, the word witch conjures up another image - the stereotypical crone with pointed black hat, wart on her nose, flying with her black cat or familiar on a broom. This cartoon interpretation of the word reaches far back into Western civilization and is reinforced by movies such as "The Wizard of Oz". Scary/comic witch and cat symbols are used throughout our culture, and the interpretation is particularly prevalent at Halloween. Clearly, it is important to understand that the word "witch" is complex and powerful. Used as an accusation of Satanic pact in the 17 th century, it could result in death. Used as a religious title, it indicates a follower of an ancient pagan belief system, and lastly, used in the popular interpretation of the word, it conveys a range of images from the humorous Broomhilda in the comics to the dangerous and frightening "wicked Witch of the West" in the movies. Each meaning of the word is distinct from the others and needs to be used in its proper context.

Step in the center of the room if you agree Stand near your desk if you disagree Nothing like the Salem Witch Trials happens nowadays.

Step in the center of the room if you agree Stand near your desk if you disagree People who are accused of crimes are usually bad people.

Step in the center of the room if you agree Stand near your desk if you disagree It was just a coincidence that most of the alleged witches were female.

Documentary Questions (Exit Slip) Questions to answer: What was it like to live in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692? What did you learn about Abigail Williams and her significance in the Salem Witch trials? What cues suggested signs of witchcraft? What do you think was the cause of the Salem Witch Trials? HW: Vocabulary Quiz moved to TUESDAY of next week

Read The Crucible Questions to consider while you read: 1) Which characters in the play show the strongest support for Puritan beliefs and behavior? Which characters seem to find the Puritan way of life difficult? 2) What evidence in the play suggests that there can be divisions even among people with a common culture? 3) Why might having a common culture make it easier for problems to spread or for problems to be solved?