Question

In the play, the dancing in the woods happens before the play even begins, whereas the film opens with this scene. What is the effect of this opening scene? Explain.

Answer 1

Answer:

The film adaptation of "The crucible" begins with the girls dancing in the woods. This is done with a double purpose:

1. To set the atmosphere of the story.

By starting with this scene (which in the orginal text takes place off stage) the viewer is placed on the theme of suspicious that is present all throughout the story, because we might believe that they are doing something off but we are not entirely certain about it. The theme of witchcraft is also established through this scene.

2. To create a dramatic effect over the viewer.

There is a clear impact on the viewer by starting the film with the girls dancing around, it makes the accusation that comes later much more real and it allows the viewer to place himself in the eyes of Parris, the one who sees the girls dancing.

Answer 2

The effect of the opening scene was to help in setting the mood of the story and to create suspense.

• The mood of a story simply means the atmosphere that is being created by the author. In this case, the girls dancing in the woods helped in setting the mood.

• Also, the girls dancing was vital in captivating the attention of the readers.  It helped in creating suspense as the readers will be wondering the reason for the girls dancing. This was necessary as the readers will want to continue reading to know what really happened.

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