The Crucible

by Arthur Miller

The Crucible: Mood 1 key example

Definition of Mood

The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Mood
Explanation and Analysis:

The mood in The Crucible shifts dramatically. Initially, the atmosphere is excited and jubilant, as the girls scramble into the woods to perform their rituals. When they’re caught, however, and immediately afterward, anxiety and suspicion take hold as the first accusations of witchcraft surface.