Lewis Black

Crucible Discussion Answers 1a. Proctor doomed himself because Deputy Governor Danforth would not let him survive if he didn’t give up the confession he signed. Proctor realized that if he gave this up, his name would mean nothing, due to him lying about him seeing demons, and signing his name on the confession, he had given up his name. He said that although they had already taken his soul, he wants to keep his name. 1b. I believe their was no other way out of his situation than to lie and…

spies by Lewis H. Lapham. My whole life I’ve wondered if there are people who live in the shadows that gather information on our country’s enemies and even spy on the average citizen. I think every person should be concerned with being spied on it’s an invasion of privacy and breaks the rights we have as humans. It bothers me that there is a group of people that knows everything yet we only get told what they want us to know. The two main articles I will discuss are “Open to Inspection” by Lewis…

message that I would like to deliver to the audience, it is imperative that they feel as close to the characters in the show as possible, both physically and emotionally. With this being said, I am also proposing that this production be staged in a Black Box theatre with minimum props as not to take away from the intimacy and physicality of the play. Additionally, it is important that act changes between ‘I and II’ and ‘III and IV’ be as seamless as possible as to not disrupt the flow of the…

The effect of the talk between Sarah and Tituba was that both Sarah and Tituba confessed to witchcraft and so they had to keep their “act” up because they know Herrick is going to jail. Miller included it because it was his way of knowing who was lying and who wasn't lying. Parris changes because he is usually the one to protect his reputation, but this time he didn't try to protect it. The news does not affect the court's decision because they don't want to actually admit that this whole time…

character conveys a meaning using words that is the opposite of the actual meaning or when a statement contradicts itself, and is seen multiple times during the play. One example of verbal irony in The Crucible is when Abigail says, "Oh, Mary, this is a black art to change your shape. No, I cannot, I cannot stop my mouth; it is God's work I do." Abigail claims that she is doing God's work, but in reality she is doing the devil's work by forcing the girls to lie and causing chaos. Another example…

Mad people make more sense than sane people, according to Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Lewis Carroll tells a story about a little girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. “Well, I’d hardly finished the first verse, when the Queen jumped up and bawled out, ‘He’s murdering the time! off with his head!’” said the Mad Hatter. The Mad Hatter, the March Hare, and the Dormouse are all mad in the imaginary world in which…

“Tales of an Urban Werewolf” a fantasy romance series set in Texas written by Karen MacInerney stars Sophie Garou, a woman who has it all. A great boyfriend (named Heath) who is not shy about talking about getting married, a great job, a closet full of delectable clothes. All this good luck comes with a tiny problem. She is a werewolf; but she keeps her urges in check with her mother's help, and wolfsbane tea. Her mother owns a magic shop, where she is able to give her daughter all the help she…

In the crucible by Arthur Miller there are many themes that cause conflict within many characters. One theme that strongly influences John, Elizabeth, and Reverend Hale is pride. Pride is defined as a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction deprived from one’s own achievements.(citation) A big part of these characters decisions were all shaped or influenced by pride and self-worth. John's pride was rooted in his status and virtue. Elizabeth's pride put a strain on forgiving John for his…

work by C.S Lewis can expect just that. Lewis was a poet, scholar, and above all, one of the most renowned authors of fantasy literature during the 20th century. He was best known for The Chronicles of Narnia series, and specifically, The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. He was a devout Christian and was a defender and teacher of the faith. His faith and life experiences had a massive impact on his works of literature that can be seen clearly by readers. Clive Staples (C.S.) Lewis was born…

Mrs Grose on the way to see the Master while in the Cart with Flora, recalling the terrible things the Governess has done. Mrs Grose intends to expose the Governess to the Master: I too should share the blame, my incompetence was extreme. In way I indeed was an accomplice, I spurred on her treacherous thoughts and even worse in fact, I intensified them. However, she [the governess] was insane. The belief she held that my dear and innocent Miles and Flora held evil nature was preposterous. I have…