The Crucible/McCarthyism

Question 1

Senator McCarthy

Answer 1

Made claims that Soviet spies infiltrated the government. Accused people in the government to be Communists. Claims were eventually rejected.

Question 2

McCarthyism

Answer 2

Used to describe an accusation of disloyalty, subversion, or treason without proper regard to evidence.

Question 3

HUAC

Answer 3

House of UnAmerican Activities Committee

Under the House of Representatives. Investigated everyday Americans of being Communist. Targeted entertainers.

Question 4

Tydings Committee

Answer 4

Under the Senate. Investigated within the government of people being Communists. McCarthy led this committee which later led to the HUAC.

Question 5

Blacklists

Answer 5

List of suspected Communists. Usually had entertainers. People on the list where unable to find work because it was secretly distributed.

Question 6

How did people avoid punishment in both the Salem Witch trials and Communist “hunts”?

Answer 6

They had to confess and accuse others.

Question 7

What are the main motivations for spreading the hysteria in The Crucible?

Answer 7

To seek revenge and protect oneself.

Question 8

Theme of The Crucible

Answer 8

There’s a shade of grey to everyone rather than a distinct black and white which correlates to good versus evil.