How far does Act 1 of "The Crucible" prepare the audience for the drama to follow?
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How far does Act 1 of "The Crucible" prepare the audience for the drama to follow? "The Crucible" was written by Arthur Miller and is performed all over the world. Many clues contribute to the way people question this play and how the dramatic suspense is built up. Details help create the atmosphere and keep the audience interested. Many meanings and allegory can be taken from this play with the help of some information already known. This play also explores many issues of this time and of the past. First of all the title is short and simple - "The Crucible". The meanings of crucible can be a severe test or trial, a melting pot or a vessel in which substances are heated to high temperatures. This can give the audience a brief idea of what the play may be about. The different meanings for just a simple word may indicate that...



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