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Who is John Proctor?
What is Abigail Williams' relationship with John Proctor?
She had an affair with him.
What role does Reverend John Hale play in Salem?
Who is Elizabeth Proctor?
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What is Reverend Parris concerned about?
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What is Rebecca Nurse known for?
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What is Giles Corey famous for?
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Thomas Putnam holds a grudge against _______ _______.
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What do Thomas Putnam and his wife do during the witch trials?
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Who is Mary Warren?
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How many children has Ann Putnam given birth to?
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What causes Betty Parris to fall into her stupor?
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Match the following characters to their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Character Summaries in "The Crucible"
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John Proctor: A local farmer married to Elizabeth Proctor. He despises hypocrisy but struggles with guilt due to his affair with Abigail Williams. Proctor's hesitation to reveal Abigail's deception stems from a fear of damaging his reputation.
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Abigail Williams: The niece of Reverend Parris and the Proctors' former servant. She is intelligent, manipulative, and vengeful, driven by the desire to rekindle her affair with John Proctor after being dismissed by Elizabeth.
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Reverend John Hale: A young minister known for his expertise in witchcraft. His arrival in Salem coincides with the hysteria. Initially fervent in his mission, he later regrets his role in the chaos and attempts to save the accused.
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Elizabeth Proctor: The virtuous yet often cold wife of John Proctor, who dismisses Abigail after learning of her affair with John. Her strong moral compass contrasts with the surrounding hysteria.
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Reverend Parris: The Salem church minister, characterized by paranoia and a desire for power. His self-serving nature alienates him from many townsfolk, including John Proctor, and he is deeply concerned with his standing in the community.
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Rebecca Nurse: Wife of Francis Nurse; a well-respected, wise, and virtuous woman in Salem. Despite her esteemed status, she becomes a target of the witch trials when the Putnams accuse her of witchcraft.
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Francis Nurse: An influential and respected citizen of Salem, known for his wealth and conflicts with Thomas Putnam and his wife.
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Judge Danforth: The Deputy Governor of Massachusetts and the primary judge during the witch trials. He believes he is upholding justice in his efforts to root out witchcraft but is blind to the injustices occurring in the trials.
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Giles Corey: An elderly farmer known for his litigation habits. His wife, Martha, is accused of witchcraft, leading to Giles being held in contempt of court and ultimately killed by being pressed with stones.
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Thomas Putnam: Wealthy and resentful, Putnam leverages the witch trials to settle scores and acquire land by accusing rivals of witchcraft.
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Ann Putnam: Thomas Putnam's wife, tormented by the death of her seven children within days of birth, whom she believes were murdered by supernatural forces.
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Ruth Putnam: The Putnams' only surviving child, who, like Betty Parris, is caught in a trance after being discovered dancing in the woods.
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Tituba: Reverend Parris's enslaved woman from Barbados, who capitulates to Abigail's demand to perform voodoo, setting off a chain of accusations.
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Mary Warren: A timid servant in the Proctor household, Mary is easily manipulated by Abigail and her group, vacillating in her loyalties.
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Betty Parris: The ten-year-old daughter of Reverend Parris, who falls into a stupor after her father discovers her dancing in the woods, igniting the witchcraft rumors.
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Martha Corey: The third wife of Giles Corey. Her penchant for reading leads to her wrongful arrest and conviction for witchcraft.
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Ezekiel Cheever: The clerk of the court during the witch trials, portrayed as dedicated and just in his duties.
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Judge Hathorne: A judge who collaborates with Danforth presiding over the witch trials, contributing to the show trials' atmosphere.
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Herrick: The marshal of Salem, responsible for enforcing the law during the tumultuous events of the witch trials.
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Mercy Lewis: The servant in Thomas Putnam's household and member of Abigail’s friend group, further entangled in the hysteria.
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Test your understanding of key characters in Arthur Miller's play 'The Crucible'. This quiz covers the motivations, conflicts, and moral dilemmas faced by characters like John Proctor, Abigail Williams, and Reverend Hale. Dive into their complexities and how they contribute to the themes of the play.
