Lesson 1: Background Information
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will anticipate what the play will entail based on an anticipatory set of questions
How can vague statements be applied to overarching themes in the play?
RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.10, SL.11-12.1.A, SL.11-12.1.C, SL.11-12.1.D, SL.11-12.2, L.11-12.4.A, L.11-12.4.B
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The Crucible provides students the opportunity to further consider how a retroactive look at America’s Puritanical history can comment on America’s values over time. The comparison of the three texts offers students the chance to consider the relationship between early American society and personal independence.
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Speaking and Listening MBL assessment