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The Crucible
Pre-Reading Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Theocracy | A system of government ruled directly by religious authority or divine guidance (noun) |
| Crucible | A container used to melt substances at extremely high heat, OR a severe moral test or trial that reveals a person's true character (noun) |
| Spectral Evidence | A form of legal evidence based on claims that a invisible spirit or "specter" of an accused witch visited a victim (noun) |
| Heathen | A person who does not belong to a widely held religion (especially Christian, Jewish, or Muslim) as regarded by those who do; an uncivilized or ungodly person (noun / adjective). |
| Providence | Protective care or guidance provided by God; divine foresight (noun) |
| McCarthyism | The practice of making public accusations of disloyalty, subversion, or treason without regard for evidence. Named after Senator Joseph McCarthy (noun). |
| Subversive | Intended to undermine or overthrow an established system, government, or institution (adjective/noun). |
| Blacklist | A list of people or products viewed with suspicion or disapproval and kept away from work, privileges, or commerce. (noun/verb) |
| Contempt of Congress | The act of obstructing or refusing to cooperate with a Congressional inquiry or committee (noun). |
| Integrity | The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness (noun). |