The Crucible Research Project

This project will have three main parts.

Part 1
A two page (typed, double spaced) report and analysis of one of these topics:

• Hollywood Blacklist
• Senator Joseph McCarthy
• House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC)

Part 2
A visually appealing poster that contains a summary of your written report, pictures and one of the following items:

• A brief newspaper story about the appearance of witchcraft in Salem that includes interviews with characters from the play.
• An arrest warrant for Elizabeth Proctor, Martha Corey and Rebecca Nurse.
• A tabloid-style story about the affair between Abigail and John Proctor and how the truth is revealed in the courtroom in Act Three.

Part 3
A 5 minute oral presentation of your report and poster.