Vidal's play carries the subtitle A Comedy Akin to a Vaudeville. Find resources that detail what vaudeville theater was traditionally like and discuss how the play mirrors this once-popular American theatrical style.

Investigate the McCarthy trials and their influence on American society. Compare your research with how Vidal portrays the fear of Communism in his play.

The near nuclear conflict instigated by Kreton can be likened to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, a nuclear standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union. Look into this historical event and examine the role that President John F. Kennedy played in preventing this catastrophe.

Explore the history of American television and describe the significant broadcasting changes that occurred during the 1950s.