Questions and Answers
Who works as a servant for John Proctor?
Who is married to Elizabeth Proctor?
John Proctor
Elizabeth Proctor fired Abigail Williams seven months ago.
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What did Abigail Williams drink in hopes of killing Elizabeth Proctor?
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Who is Abigail's cousin?
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Who does Tituba accuse?
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Who took in Abigail Williams after her parents were murdered?
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Who holds respect for Rebecca Nurse?
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What does Giles Cory fight with Reverend Parris about?
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Who is Ann Putnam jealous of?
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Who works as a servant for Thomas Putnam?
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Ruth Putnam is Ann Putnam's only surviving child.
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Who is married to Thomas Putnam?
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How many times did Sarah Osburn serve as a midwife to Ann Putnam?
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Sarah Good is accused by Tituba.
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Study Notes
Character Overview in The Crucible Act 1
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Mary Warren: Servant to John Proctor, contributing to the themes of guilt and redemption.
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John Proctor: Central character, married to Elizabeth; his affair with Abigail creates tension and conflict.
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Elizabeth Proctor: Proctor’s wife, representative of virtue; dismissed Abigail from service seven months prior, causing Abigail's animosity.
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Abigail Williams: Antagonist; desires revenge against Elizabeth Proctor, engages in witchcraft, accuses others to deflect blame.
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Betty Parris: Abigail's cousin and Rev. Parris's daughter, significant as an early victim of the witchcraft hysteria.
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Tituba: Slave who initiates accusations against others, highlighting the theme of scapegoating; she accuses Sarah Good and Sarah Osburn.
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Reverend Parris: Abigail’s guardian, concerned with reputation; brings Reverend Hale to Salem, showcasing his fear of witchcraft undermining his authority.
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Reverend Hale: Scholar and expert in witchcraft, initially seeks to help but later becomes critical of the trials; respects Rebecca Nurse.
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Giles Cory: Characterized by his contentious nature; disputes with Reverend Parris regarding finances and with Thomas Putnam over land disputes.
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Rebecca Nurse: Respected matriarch; symbolizes pity and moral integrity, serves as a contrast to characters driven by jealousy, particularly Ann Putnam.
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Mercy Lewis: Servant to Thomas Putnam; reflects the harsh realities of social dynamics, engages violently with Ruth Putnam, showing brewing tensions.
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Ruth Putnam: Only surviving child of Ann Putnam; involved in the witchcraft accusations via her interactions with Mercy Lewis.
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Ann Putnam: Bitter mother driven by grief; jealousy towards Rebecca Nurse’s family further complicates her motivations in the witch trials.
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Thomas Putnam: Wealthy landowner, using the trials for personal gain; argues over territory and resources with Giles Cory.
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Sarah Osburn: Accused witch, serves as a midwife for Ann Putnam, demonstrating the intertwining of community roles and superstition.
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Sarah Good: Accused by Tituba, representing the vulnerability of women and the consequences of mass hysteria in Salem.
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Explore the key characters from Act 1 of 'The Crucible' through flashcards. This resource highlights important relationships and motivations, capturing the essence of the characters involved in the Salem witch trials. Perfect for students striving for a deeper understanding of Arthur Miller's work.
