The Crucible Anticipation Reaction Guide 6l1q5b

The Crucible Anticipation/Reaction Guide Part I Directions: Prior to reading The Crucible, in the BEFORE column, respond to each statement by writing (+) if you agree, (–) if you disagree, and (?) if you are unsure of your beliefs. Part II Directions: For the statements below, write a 500 word or more response to ONE statement as to why you have the belief you do. Part III Directions: After reading the story, in the AFTER column, respond again to the statements. Then write a 500 word or more response as to why your feelings changed since reading the play. If your feelings have not changed, write a response to a different statement than the one you chose for part II.

Before 1.___

2.___

Statement Confessing to a crime you didn’t commit in order to avoid punishment is wise.

After 1.___

The difference between right and wrong is clear. 2.___

3.___

It is better to die for what you believe in rather than to lie to save your life.

3.___

4.___

There is only one correct way to interpret the Bible.

5.___

That which doesn’t destroy us only makes us stronger.

6.___

It’s more difficult to forgive yourself if the person you have hurt doesn’t forgive you.

6.___

Courage means doing something even though it can be difficult and fearsome.

7.___

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7.___

8.___

A person is innocent until proven guilty.

9.___

Beliefs in opposition to common values should be illegal.

10.___

Justice is best determined in a court of law.

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