1. Introduction to The Crucible
By Arthur Miller

2. Basic Character Conflicts
John Proctor
Abigail Williams
Elizabeth Proctor

3. Basic Conflict
John Proctor
Elizabeth Proctor

4. Basic Conflict Continued
John Proctor
Elizabeth Proctor

5. Basic Conflict Continued
John Proctor
Abigail Williams

6. Puritan Hierarchy God/Government Judges 1.Men 2.Women Preachers
3.Children

7. Historical Background
People of Salem, Massachusetts were an extremely religious and pious group.
There were many conflicts between neighbors, family members, and the pastor and his flock.
Abigail Williams convinces a group of girls to go along with her scheme to accuse different people in the village of witchcraft.
There are many speculative reasons as to “Why?” she wanted to do this.

8. Your Assignment
Gather as much research as you can between today and Friday.
You must present at least two different theories to a small group in class.
From this small group, you and your group members will choose one theory to research completely.
You will present your research to the class in a presentation with a memorized speech and visual aid.
Each group member must speak for at least thirty seconds. (Remember….MEMORIZED. I will not change my mind.)