1. Day 11, September 19, 2011 Review of Crucible Act II and Introduction to Act III
2. Independent Writing: What do you think is the most important thing that John Proctor learns about himself by the end of Act II? Explain your answer using specific details from the play. First sentence should be the main idea (thesis). Specific detail (quote cited correctly) For example, John Protector grasps Mary Warren by the throat and says, “Make your peace with it! Now Hell and Heaven grapple” (205). Developing purpose of quote and how it relates to the main idea Specific detail (quote cited correctly) Developing purpose of quote and how it relates to the main idea Relate to the thesis.
3. Collecting Writings 1. Today’s What do you think is the most important thing that John Proctor learns about himself by the end of Act II? Explain your answer using specific details from the play. 2. August 29th Based upon what has been presented in the play, why do people accuse others of witchcraft? There are multiple motivations, but you need to address at least three. Be sure to give text evidence to support your claim. 3. Your Choice
4. Cornell Notes Assignment As we read together Act III we will begin by taking Cornell Notes as a class. (83-93) Then with a partner or group of three you will continue reading and taking notes. What to look for who is a symbol for a crucible? Character’s motives.
5. Crucible Monologue Task: Track the development of one of the Characters through out the play and write a 2-3 minute monologue (This should be about 1-2 pages double spaced). You need to give the audience a monologue that would enhance the play by giving the audience a better understanding of the character. You will need to be a good reader and also inference. Some questions to think about: You need to think about why this person confessed? What were his or her charges? Why and what he or she accused? And what they really wanted? What are the details about his or her family, home, and role in the village? What was his or her outcome? What were his or her thoughts and reflections on the final outcome? Other Requirements: You must know your monologue very well and be dressed as best as you can to represent your character. You will upload your paper to turnit.com by 8AM on September 29th. You will present your monologue as the character during class on September 29th. Extra Credit: Bring in a Puritan dish to share with the class on September 29th.
