Crucible Costumes Analysis

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Which type of footwear is associated with Abigail's character?

  • Knee-high boots
  • High-heeled sandals
  • Leather boots
  • Bare foot (correct)

What is one of the materials used for Danforth's frock coat?

  • Felt (correct)
  • Silk
  • Cotton
  • Leather

Which character is described as wearing a brown, torn, stained dress?

  • Elizabeth
  • Mrs Putnam
  • Tituba (correct)
  • Abigail

What type of hat is associated with the characters Proctor and Giles Corey?

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Which of the following accessories is mentioned for at least one character?

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What detail indicates Elizabeth's costume suggests pregnancy?

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What is a defining characteristic of the frock coat worn by Danforth?

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Which character's costume includes details about lace?

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Flashcards

Jerkin

A type of jacket worn by men in the 17th century, often made of leather or wool.

Breeches

Trousers worn by men in the 17th century, typically reaching to the knee.

Frock coat

A formal coat worn by men in the 17th century, often made of felt or a similar material.

Jabot

A decorative collar worn by men in the 17th century, often made of lace or linen.

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Coif

A type of head covering worn by women in the 17th century, often made of linen or cotton.

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Full length dress

A type of dress worn by women in the 17th century, usually long and flowing.

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Lace bodice

A fitted, decorative bodice worn by women in the 17th century, often made of lace or other decorative materials.

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Shawl

A piece of clothing worn over the shoulders, often for warmth or to add a layer of style.

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Study Notes

Crucible Costumes

  • Men's Costumes:

    • Proctor + Giles Corey: Wealthy Puritan farmer, 17th century, unshaven, shabby appearance, loose-fitting, torn shirt.
    • Danforth: Formal frock coat, legal jabot, black knee-length moleskin breeches, grey fine woollen stockings. Leather black shoes with gold buckle.
    • Hale: Wide-brimmed Puritan hat, fine wool stockings, knee high, hardwearing boots, puritan breeches.

  • Women's Costumes:

    • Abigail: Rosy cheeks and lips, fitted costume, brown-torn, stained dress, bare feet.
    • Tituba: Full length style, brown-torn, stained dress, bare feet,
    • Elizabeth: Dress not fitted, lumps around stomach (pregnancy), full length dress made of fine wool, linen shirt coif and cuffs, laced detailing.
    • Mrs Putnam: Full length dress made of fine wool, linen shite coif and cuffs, laced detailing.

  • Accessories:

    • Men: Hats, collars, boots
    • Women: Shawls, coifs, buns, aprons.

  • Style Characteristics:

    • Men's clothing reflects their profession.
    • Women's clothing shows pregnancy or social status.
    • Fabric choices highlight religious beliefs.
    • Style conveys a sense of work; rough, stained, torn clothes.

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