The Crucible Act 1 Character Map
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Who works as a servant for John Proctor?

  • Elizabeth Proctor
  • Mary Warren (correct)
  • Abigail Williams
  • Mercy Lewis
  • Who is married to Elizabeth Proctor?

    John Proctor

    Elizabeth Proctor fired Abigail Williams seven months ago.

    True

    What did Abigail Williams drink in hopes of killing Elizabeth Proctor?

    <p>A charm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Abigail's cousin?

    <p>Betty Parris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Tituba accuse?

    <p>Sarah Good and Sarah Osburn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who took in Abigail Williams after her parents were murdered?

    <p>Reverend Parris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who holds respect for Rebecca Nurse?

    <p>Reverend Hale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Giles Cory fight with Reverend Parris about?

    <p>Money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Ann Putnam jealous of?

    <p>Rebecca Nurse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who works as a servant for Thomas Putnam?

    <p>Mercy Lewis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ruth Putnam is Ann Putnam's only surviving child.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is married to Thomas Putnam?

    <p>Ann Putnam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times did Sarah Osburn serve as a midwife to Ann Putnam?

    <p>Three times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sarah Good is accused by Tituba.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Character Overview in The Crucible Act 1

    • Mary Warren: Servant to John Proctor, contributing to the themes of guilt and redemption.

    • John Proctor: Central character, married to Elizabeth; his affair with Abigail creates tension and conflict.

    • Elizabeth Proctor: Proctor’s wife, representative of virtue; dismissed Abigail from service seven months prior, causing Abigail's animosity.

    • Abigail Williams: Antagonist; desires revenge against Elizabeth Proctor, engages in witchcraft, accuses others to deflect blame.

    • Betty Parris: Abigail's cousin and Rev. Parris's daughter, significant as an early victim of the witchcraft hysteria.

    • Tituba: Slave who initiates accusations against others, highlighting the theme of scapegoating; she accuses Sarah Good and Sarah Osburn.

    • Reverend Parris: Abigail’s guardian, concerned with reputation; brings Reverend Hale to Salem, showcasing his fear of witchcraft undermining his authority.

    • Reverend Hale: Scholar and expert in witchcraft, initially seeks to help but later becomes critical of the trials; respects Rebecca Nurse.

    • Giles Cory: Characterized by his contentious nature; disputes with Reverend Parris regarding finances and with Thomas Putnam over land disputes.

    • Rebecca Nurse: Respected matriarch; symbolizes pity and moral integrity, serves as a contrast to characters driven by jealousy, particularly Ann Putnam.

    • Mercy Lewis: Servant to Thomas Putnam; reflects the harsh realities of social dynamics, engages violently with Ruth Putnam, showing brewing tensions.

    • Ruth Putnam: Only surviving child of Ann Putnam; involved in the witchcraft accusations via her interactions with Mercy Lewis.

    • Ann Putnam: Bitter mother driven by grief; jealousy towards Rebecca Nurse’s family further complicates her motivations in the witch trials.

    • Thomas Putnam: Wealthy landowner, using the trials for personal gain; argues over territory and resources with Giles Cory.

    • Sarah Osburn: Accused witch, serves as a midwife for Ann Putnam, demonstrating the intertwining of community roles and superstition.

    • 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.

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