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Bernadette Mayer mentions sailing in the US Navy in her poem.
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The poem by Bernadette Mayer is written in the form of a sonnet.
False
Love is compared to a baby in Bernadette Mayer's poem.
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Shakespeare is praised for his diverse range of subjects in Bernadette Mayer's poem.
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Ice cream is mentioned as a remedy for young Americans in the poem.
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What is Tituba's main emotion as she enters the room?
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Why does Parris tell Tituba to leave the room?
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What does Parris do after Tituba leaves the room?
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How would you describe Abigail Williams' appearance according to the text?
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What message does Susanna Walcott bring from Doctor Griggs?
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How does Parris react to Susanna Walcott's message from Doctor Griggs?
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In the text, what does Susanna reveal about the doctor's findings regarding Betty's condition?
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Why does Abigail urge Susanna to not speak of unnatural causes in the village?
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What is Parris's initial reaction when Susanna mentions looking into unnatural causes for Betty's affliction?
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Why does Abigail admit to dancing in the forest when questioned by Parris?
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How does Parris's behavior in the text impact the audience's perception of his character?
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What does Abigail's insistence on sitting with Betty reveal about her character?
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Study Notes
The Scene at the Parris Household
- The scene opens with Abigail calling out to Susanna, who enters the room, having been sent by Doctor Griggs with a message about Betty's condition.
- Susanna reports that the doctor has not found any medicine in his books to cure Betty and suggests that the cause may be unnatural.
- Parris dismisses the idea of unnatural causes, fearing that it may lead to rumors of witchcraft, and decides to send for Reverend Hale of Beverly to investigate.
- Abigail advises Parris to go down to the parlor and deny the rumors of witchcraft, as the villagers are already talking about it.
Parris's Emotional State
- Parris is shown to be extremely emotional, with wide eyes and a pressed tone, indicating his fear and anxiety about the situation.
- He is also shown to be vulnerable, with a quavering tone and a tendency to sob, revealing his underlying fear and desperation.
The Conversation between Parris and Abigail
- Parris questions Abigail about what happened in the forest, and she confesses that they danced and that Betty was frightened when Parris appeared suddenly.
- Parris is concerned about his reputation and warns Abigail that if she has trafficked with spirits, it will ruin him.
- Abigail denies any conjuring and professes her love for Betty.
Tituba's Entrance
- Tituba, Parris's slave from Barbados, enters the room, showing her concern for Betty's well-being.
- Parris is angry and frightened, ordering her out of the room and eventually breaking down in tears.
- Tituba's presence is marked by her fear and her awareness of the trouble that is brewing in the household.
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Test your knowledge of the poem 'Incandescent War Poem Sonnet' by Bernadette Mayer. Answer questions about the themes, structure, and literary devices used in the poem.
