what does it mean by "the political inspiration of the devil"
2007-09-09 17:09:19 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
Pertaining to the 'Red Scare' of the 50's in which Sen. J. McCarthy, using the people's fear of Communist expansion and very likely his own, became a catalyst of what was to be a major "witch hunt" or social purge whose principles sought to crush anyone whose ideals appeared anti-establishment and contrary to the status quo.
2007-09-09 17:26:35 · answer #1 · answered by allthatsolid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Play. Written in reaction to the "witchhunts" of the late 40's-50's by Joseph McCarthy which were politically motivated (for his career) and destroyed people's lives. Made a parallel with the religious trials in Massachusetts and the recognized hysterical behavior.
2007-09-10 00:14:57 · answer #2 · answered by Mike1942f 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
crucible - a pot meant to hold molten metal.
2007-09-10 00:11:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋