Unit 1: The Crucible: Hysteria & Authority
Directions: Choose the best answer for each question.
A character publicly claims that another person committed a serious crime, despite having no proof. This action is best described as
In Salem, religious beliefs directly controlled laws, punishments, and daily behavior. This system of government is best described as
As fear spreads rapidly through the town, neighbors turn against one another and reason disappears. This situation reflects
A boy refuses to lie to his principal, despite the fact it will cause him to get in trouble. His decision demonstrates
Several characters follow the crowd and make false claims simply to avoid suspicion themselves. This behavior shows
Arthur Miller wrote the play to criticize political fear during the 1950s rather than just tell a historical story. The play functions as
A citizen openly challenges the court’s authority, even though doing so puts him in danger. This action represents
Salem’s society was shaped by strict religious beliefs that emphasized discipline, obedience, and moral purity. These beliefs are known as
A character is deeply concerned with how others think of her. She is focused on her
One character unfairly influences others by spreading lies in order to gain power and control the situation. This behavior is an example of
In the sentence below, the underlined word most nearly means:
People were punished simply for their beliefs, not for any actual crimes.
This treatment is best described as
A court claims to act fairly, but its decisions are driven by fear rather than truth. This situation raises serious questions about