In his play The Crucible, he uses the techniques of playwright, metaphor and historical repetition to reflect the mass hysteria of McCarthyism and the witch trials. ... In conclusion, in The Crucible, Arthur Miller used playwright, metaphor, and historical repetition to critique McCarthyism and to make sure society knew what the effects of hysteria could do. After the Cold War, many Americans didnt know what to believe or who to believe, and felt as though they werent safe in their own country, or even home. ...

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America was first hit with a huge economic collapse. ... Both of these events profoundly influenced American author Arthur Miller. ... (American Masters). ... This play established Miller a an American playwright. ... (American Masters). ...

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The pursuit of these so-called "witches" in Salem began in his house, and because of this tipping point became an idea deeply embedded into the minds of Americans. ... In the play, she is seen as a 40 year old African American woman, perpetuating the stereotype that most witches, according to Karlsen, were of middle age or older. ... As a playwright, Miller had the creative freedom to dramatize and enhance the happenings of the Salem Witch Trials. ...

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The Salem witch trials caught the interest of playwright Arthur Miller; he saw relevance in the themes and was inspired to write The Crucible. ... " Miller may not have said explicitly that he didn't agree, but his silent dissent against the FBI's insistence upon changing his screenplays to be "Pro-American" is enough for him, just as Elizabeth doesn't speak out against the hysteria, but shows dissent. ... There is a reason that church and state are separated in America's government. ...

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Arthur Miller, winner of many literary and dramatic awards, is an incredibly influential force in American drama. ... Miller used the Salem Witch Trials of the 17th century, to make an indirect, but assertive comment upon McCarthyism in American life (Richard Watt, Jr. 536). ... Before being found guilty S ator McCarthy accused the Democratic administration of sheltering and helping Communists in the American government. ... Critics said it was not a good play at that time, however, later it was found to be superior. he House Un-American Activities Committee summoned Miller to a hearing. ... A...

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