Essay Questions - Ms. Arbuckle



Essay Questions

Choose ONE of the following questions to write your essay on! If you have an idea for a topic, please let me know :)

1. Discuss the presence of the 7 deadly sins in the book. The 7 sins are; lust, greed, gluttony, sloth, wrath, envy and pride. Discuss the sins that are present in the town of Salem using examples from the book.

2. Discuss sexism in 17 Century Salem using examples from the book. Women in the 1600s did not have the equal opportunities they have today. Using examples from the book, discuss the presence of sexism and sexist behaviours in Salem.

3. Discuss racism in 17 Century Salem using examples from the book. People in the 1600s were very suspicious of any differences in society. Using examples from the book, discuss the level of racism found in “The Crucible”.

4. Compare themes, motifs and elements from “The Crucible” to modern day witch pop culture. Use examples from other movies and tv shows to compare with the book.

5. Compare the book and the movie. Discuss plot differences, character discrepancies and other differences.

6. Compare elements of witchcraft in “The Crucible” to modern day Paganism/ Wicca. “The Crucible” opened a door to forming stereotypes about people who practiced modern day Gardnerian Wicca in the 1950s. Discuss and breakdown the stereotypes perpetuated by “The Crucible”.

7. Discuss why so many people confessed to witchery even though they were innocent. Discuss the confession of Tituba, Abigail and Goody Bishop (town bum).

** Essay must follow MLA format for a 5 paragraph essay**

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