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You are going to be writing a research essay about a topic related to The Crucible. You must present your information in a multi-paragraph essay format. You will need an introduction, 6 body paragraphs (one to address each of your research questions) to present your research, and a concluding paragraph.
You will also need to hand in your completed research package and a works cited page www.easybib.com is a helpful tool for completing your page. |
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Assignment
1. Brainstorming sheet: what questions do you have after reading your book? Think of the political, social, gender issues etc...
2. Began your research to determine SIX GOOD research questions. Your 6th question must make a modern connection to the topic (ex. What is happening there in now, how have things changed?) Your questions may change as you work through the project.
3. Included all of the resources you have used for your research. You must use at least THREE SOURCES and ONE of the sources MUST be a PRINT source.
The Research Essay
Present your information in a multi-paragraph format. You will need an introduction, 6 body paragraphs (one to address each of your research questions) to present your research, and a concluding paragraph. Each body paragraph should be approx.7-8 sentences. Look at the rubric attached for clarification.
Research Topics
Your essay does not make any direct connection to your Lit Circle novel. You are formulating questions that have arisen as a result of the novel you have read.
Research Topics:
Don't forget there are also BOOKS you can use for your research.
1. Brainstorming sheet: what questions do you have after reading your book? Think of the political, social, gender issues etc...
2. Began your research to determine SIX GOOD research questions. Your 6th question must make a modern connection to the topic (ex. What is happening there in now, how have things changed?) Your questions may change as you work through the project.
3. Included all of the resources you have used for your research. You must use at least THREE SOURCES and ONE of the sources MUST be a PRINT source.
The Research Essay
Present your information in a multi-paragraph format. You will need an introduction, 6 body paragraphs (one to address each of your research questions) to present your research, and a concluding paragraph. Each body paragraph should be approx.7-8 sentences. Look at the rubric attached for clarification.
Research Topics
Your essay does not make any direct connection to your Lit Circle novel. You are formulating questions that have arisen as a result of the novel you have read.
Research Topics:
- Senator Joseph McCarthy and the House UnAmerican Committee
- Hollywood Blacklist and Elia Kazan, the Academy Awards "snub"
- Julius and Ethel Rosenberg convicted / executed spies
- The Gouzenko Affair and East / West relations in the Cold War era
- Edward R. Murrow and his role at CBS and against McCarthy
- Arthur Miller, Hollywood, and his writing of The Crucible
- The Salem Witch Hunts
Don't forget there are also BOOKS you can use for your research.
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Joseph McCarthy &
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Julius & Ethel Rosenberg |
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
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Edward R. MurrowEdward Murrow - The Museum of Broadcast Communications
Life and Work of Edward Murrow - Tufts Museum Edward Murrow - Bio.com Edward Murrow - Radio Hall of Fame Edward Murrow & McCarthyism - Cold War Museum Edward Murrow's Report on Senator McCarthy - UC Berkley Murrow Vs. McCarthy Video - 6 min video outlining the issues |
http://en.wikipedia.org
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Miller
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Arthur MillerArthur Miller Society
Arthur Miller Biography BBC News - Arthur Miller's death, includes video Arthur Miller - Wikipedia Arthur Miller - National Endowment for the Humanities |
Salem Witch Trials |
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salem_witch_trials
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