Themes in The Crucible Directions: Find one quotation from Arthur Millers The Crucible, which illustrates each

of the following themes. Name the speaker and briefly explain how the words reveal the theme. The first one is done for you.

Theme Authority

Speaker Reverend Samuel Parris

Quotation There is either obedience or the church will burn like Hell is burning!

Meaning Authority figure Reverend Parris is a chief instigator in Salems witchcraft accusations.

Justice

Responsibility

Identity

Difference

Discrimination

Conflict Resolution

Civil Disobedience

Change

Choices