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The Crucible. An Introduction (p. 3-8). Philosophy of Salem in the 1690’s. No theatres, novelists, “vain entertainment” No holidays Hard work preserved morals Land seen as an antagonist with which they struggled Necessary to have unity against dark forces. Philosophy of Salem in 1690’s.
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The Crucible An Introduction (p. 3-8)
Philosophy of Salem in the 1690’s • No theatres, novelists, “vain entertainment” • No holidays • Hard work preserved morals • Land seen as an antagonist with which they struggled • Necessary to have unity against dark forces
Philosophy of Salem in 1690’s • Mind your own business • Suspicion gave rise to accusations • Hard justice • Prayer • Strict, somber • Forest = evil
Salem Theocracy • System of government • Combination of state and church power • Unity to guard against alien material/forces
Psychological reasons for witch-hunting • This is according to Miller • Opportunity for animosities expressed openly • Petty vengeances and grievances elevated to good –evil conflict • Opportunity to express guilt under the guise of accusations
Vocabulary • Parochial • Theocracy • Heathen • Predilection • Puritans • Inert • Sect • Junta