The Crucible by Arthur Miller Historical Context

Journaling How does fear affect our actions, both as individuals and as a society? Which is more important—personal integrity or survival? Is hypocrisy a natural human flaw? What is the difference between dissent and disloyalty? Can a work of art bring about change in the world?

By the end of class, you should be able to: Identify basic elements of McCarthyism, including the following terms: Red Scare Joseph McCarthy Executive Order 9835 HUAC Dennis v. United States. Summarize reasons for Americans’ fear of Communists and some of the effects of that fear. Explain how the events of McCarthyism illustrate universal human thoughts and behaviors and how they relate to our world today.

History.com’s “Red Scare” What factors contributed to the Red Scare? What factors led to the compromising of civil liberties in spite of their Constitutional protection? Underline important parts Place a checkmark next to sections that confirm what you already knew Place an exclamation point next to something surprising Draw a thunderbolt next to a WOW moment or an epiphany Place a question mark next to something confusing or something that raises a question in your mind Draw interlocking ovals (chain links) next to something you can relate to Draw a picture of something you think of when you read the article