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New ReviewMercy Otis Warren plays a crucial role in American history as a writer and advocate for women's rights and education. She corresponded with prominent figures like Abigail and John Adams and used her plays and pamphlets to challenge...

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Improve your English listening skills with this exciting practice video featuring short stories and questions! With regular practice, you'll be speaking English fluently in no time. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this English listening...

Embark on a journey through history with our captivating video on Abigail Adams, an extraordinary woman ahead of her time. Delve into the life of this influential figure, known for her intellect, activism, and unwavering support for...

This video explores the pivotal role of Tituba's confession in the Salem Witch Trials. Learn how pressure from Reverend Samuel Parris and fear of punishment led to Tituba's detailed accounts of witchcraft, which fueled the hysteria in...

This video explores the mysterious background of Tituba, the first woman accused in the Salem Witch Trials. Learn about her origins, her life as an enslaved woman, her connection to Reverend Samuel Parris’s family, and the events that...

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This lesson explores the theme of reputation and integrity in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Unpack why some characters chose to stay true to themselves, while others lied to save their reputations.

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Can things get any worse? John Proctor is accused of witchcraft alongside his maid, Mary Warren. The tables have turned on Mary Warren, who realises it’s time to tell the truth about the false accusations of witchcraft! But can she...

Welcome to Salem, an American town ruled by religion. Reverend Parris’ daughter, Betty, has fallen ill. What could it be? Reverend Parris suspects witchcraft after finding out that Betty and Abigail, his niece, were dancing in the...

How did religion influence life in Salem?

This lesson explores the theme of religion in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Discover the belief system that governed the town of Salem – Puritanism. Find out how the church and religious...

Learn how to write brilliant analytical paragraphs to discuss themes (and much more) in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’!

Watch us build two structured body paragraphs that would fit right into an extended response. The paragraphs...

Fear and hysteria start to take over the town of Salem. The false accusations of witchcraft are getting worse! Judge Hathorne and Deputy Governor Danforth preside over the witch trials. The accused have two choices: accuse others or be...

What motivated some characters to lie? Why did others tell the terrible truth?

This lesson explores the theme of truth, lies and deceit in Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’. Unpack the role that fear plays in spreading dangerous...

Twelve people have already been hanged for witchcraft. Who will be next? Reverend Hale tries to convince the prisoners to confess to their crimes, rather than face execution. Meanwhile, John Proctor seeks forgiveness from his wife,...

THESE are the incredible elephant nannies - who help raise orphan calves like they were their own babies. The British students and volunteers feed, clean and play with young elephants who have been abandoned by their mothers. Together...

Let’s travel back in time to the small town of Salem where religion (and rumours) run the show. What happens when you mix accusations of witchcraft, town rivalries and an adulterous relationship? You get an uncontrollable spread of...