(Hint: If you don’t know, look up the definition for mass hysteria, and compare it to another event you’ve heard of.)
Recap: We switched our presentations day from Friday to Monday due to the number of people taking the SAT prep. We began reviewing McCarthyism today, as that is the basis for Arthur Miller writing his acclaimed play The Crucible. The Power Point has been shared with you in your Google Drive, or you may click the link provided. It's important to understand what was going on in the U.S. at the time Miller wrote the play, and equally important to understand the true message he was trying to send.
I find this play, as well as the history behind it, truly fascinating, and hope you do too. Concluding the play, we will be holding our own trial in class to see if you feel these men and women were wrongfully accused, or if you think the argument was there.
You did a terrific job on Friday, asking and answering excellent questions. I think we're going to have a lot of fun with this unit!
I also want to reward you all for your hard work. Get your coffee or your K-Cups ready!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
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