"The Crucible" And Cartoon Commentary?

Please Read The Linked Political Cartoons And Blog About How They Specifically Connect With Arthur Miller's Intent For Writing The Crucible http://www.loc.gov/rr/print/swann/herblock/fire.html Please Quote Which Cartoon You Are Referencing When You Respond.  This blog response should be completed by 2:30p.m. on Wednesday, October 26th, 2011.

A "Crucible" Of Motivation?

Based upon your own understanding and any studied background information regarding The Crucible, what motivation exists for some of the characters and the drama's author, Arthur Miller? Please complete this blog response by 2:30p.m. on Friday, October 7th.

"Appendix"- What Is It Good For?

How does The Crucible "Appendix/Act II Scene 2" that we read impact your thematic understanding of the drama and its two primary characters- John and Abigail? Should it be included in each production or reading of the drama? Why? Defend your position using textual evidence. Please respond to this blog during class on Wednesday, October 5th.