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Proctor: If the crop is good I’ll buy George Jacob’s ______.
Proctor: If the crop is good I’ll buy George Jacob’s ______.
heifer
Elizabeth: You come so late I thought you’d gone to ______ this afternoon.
Elizabeth: You come so late I thought you’d gone to ______ this afternoon.
Salem
Proctor: You ought to bring some ______ in the house.
Proctor: You ought to bring some ______ in the house.
flowers
Proctor: It’s winter in here yet. On Sunday let you come with me, and we’ll walk the ______ together.
Proctor: It’s winter in here yet. On Sunday let you come with me, and we’ll walk the ______ together.
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Elizabeth: Aye, it is. There is a pause. She is ______ him from the table as he stands there absorbing the night.
Elizabeth: Aye, it is. There is a pause. She is ______ him from the table as he stands there absorbing the night.
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Proctor: I think you’re ______ again.
Proctor: I think you’re ______ again.
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Elizabeth: Mary Warren’s there ______.
Elizabeth: Mary Warren’s there ______.
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Elizabeth: I would to God she ______.
Elizabeth: I would to God she ______.
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Proctor, wide-eyed: Oh, it is a black ______.
Proctor, wide-eyed: Oh, it is a black ______.
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Proctor: Aye, it is, it is ______.
Proctor: Aye, it is, it is ______.
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Elizabeth: You must tell them it is a ______.
Elizabeth: You must tell them it is a ______.
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Proctor: I am only wondering how I may ______ what she told me, Elizabeth.
Proctor: I am only wondering how I may ______ what she told me, Elizabeth.
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Elizabeth: Do as you ______, then.
Elizabeth: Do as you ______, then.
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Proctor: I’ll not have your ______ any more.
Proctor: I’ll not have your ______ any more.
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Elizabeth: John, if it were not Abigail that you must go to ______, would you falter now?
Elizabeth: John, if it were not Abigail that you must go to ______, would you falter now?
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Proctor: I’ll plead my ______ no more, Elizabeth.
Proctor: I’ll plead my ______ no more, Elizabeth.
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Mary Warren: I am sick, I am sick, Mr. ______.
Mary Warren: I am sick, I am sick, Mr. ______.
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Proctor, with draining ______—his curiosity is draining it.
Proctor, with draining ______—his curiosity is draining it.
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I made a gift for you today, Goody ______.
I made a gift for you today, Goody ______.
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Mary Warren: Goody Osburn—will ______!
Mary Warren: Goody Osburn—will ______!
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But—surely you know what a ______ she is.
But—surely you know what a ______ she is.
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She tried to ______ me many times, Goody Proctor!
She tried to ______ me many times, Goody Proctor!
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Mary Warren: So many time, Mr. Proctor, she come to this very ______, beggin’ bread.
Mary Warren: So many time, Mr. Proctor, she come to this very ______, beggin’ bread.
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Mr. Proctor, in open court she near to ______ us all to death.
Mr. Proctor, in open court she near to ______ us all to death.
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Aye, but then Judge Hathorne say, 'Recite for us your ______!'
Aye, but then Judge Hathorne say, 'Recite for us your ______!'
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Mary Warren: But, Mr. Proctor, they will not ______ them if they confess.
Mary Warren: But, Mr. Proctor, they will not ______ them if they confess.
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They had Doctor Griggs examine her, and she’s full to the ______.
They had Doctor Griggs examine her, and she’s full to the ______.
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I never knew anything ______ before.
I never knew anything ______ before.
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But what does she ______? You must remember, Goody Proctor.
But what does she ______? You must remember, Goody Proctor.
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Proctor: The Deputy Governor will ______ it?
Proctor: The Deputy Governor will ______ it?
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Mary Warren, terrified, but coming erect, striving for her ______: I’ll not stand whipping any more!
Mary Warren, terrified, but coming erect, striving for her ______: I’ll not stand whipping any more!
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Proctor: I’ll whip the ______ out of you!
Proctor: I’ll whip the ______ out of you!
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Mary Warren: I saved her ______ today!
Mary Warren: I saved her ______ today!
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Elizabeth: She wants me ______. I knew all week it would come to this!
Elizabeth: She wants me ______. I knew all week it would come to this!
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Proctor: I say sit ______!
Proctor: I say sit ______!
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Elizabeth, quietly: Oh, the ______, the noose is up!
Elizabeth, quietly: Oh, the ______, the noose is up!
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Proctor: Fear nothing. I’ll find Ezekiel ______.
Proctor: Fear nothing. I’ll find Ezekiel ______.
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Elizabeth: John—grant me this. You have a faulty understanding of young ______.
Elizabeth: John—grant me this. You have a faulty understanding of young ______.
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Elizabeth: It is her dearest ______, John, I know it.
Elizabeth: It is her dearest ______, John, I know it.
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Proctor: When will you know me, ______?
Proctor: When will you know me, ______?
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Elizabeth: Then go and tell her she’s a ______.
Elizabeth: Then go and tell her she’s a ______.
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Hale: Good evening, ______!
Hale: Good evening, ______!
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Proctor, to explain his nervousness: We are not used to visitors after ______, but you’re welcome here.
Proctor, to explain his nervousness: We are not used to visitors after ______, but you’re welcome here.
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Hale: I will not keep you long, but I have some ______ with you.
Hale: I will not keep you long, but I have some ______ with you.
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Hale comes of his own, without the court’s ______.
Hale comes of his own, without the court’s ______.
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Proctor is shocked to learn that Rebecca is ______.
Proctor is shocked to learn that Rebecca is ______.
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Hale states that the dark powers are gathered in monstrous ______ upon the village.
Hale states that the dark powers are gathered in monstrous ______ upon the village.
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Proctor agrees that it’s hard to believe such a pious woman could be secretly a ______.
Proctor agrees that it’s hard to believe such a pious woman could be secretly a ______.
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Hale notes that Proctor is rarely in the church on ______ Day.
Hale notes that Proctor is rarely in the church on ______ Day.
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Proctor’s wife was ______ this winter, which is why he was absent from church.
Proctor’s wife was ______ this winter, which is why he was absent from church.
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Hale points out that Proctor has been absent from church ______ times in seventeen months.
Hale points out that Proctor has been absent from church ______ times in seventeen months.
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Proctor expresses his lack of trust in Mr. ______, the minister.
Proctor expresses his lack of trust in Mr. ______, the minister.
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Hale believes a Christian on Sabbath Day must be in ______.
Hale believes a Christian on Sabbath Day must be in ______.
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Elizabeth believes she has no mark of blame upon her life; she is a covenanted ______ woman.
Elizabeth believes she has no mark of blame upon her life; she is a covenanted ______ woman.
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Proctor counts on his fingers and recalls six of the ______ he was supposed to remember.
Proctor counts on his fingers and recalls six of the ______ he was supposed to remember.
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Hale expresses that theology, sir, is a ______; no crack in a fortress may be accounted small.
Hale expresses that theology, sir, is a ______; no crack in a fortress may be accounted small.
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Elizabeth asks Hale if he is ______ her somewhat.
Elizabeth asks Hale if he is ______ her somewhat.
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Hale’s duty is to add what he may to the godly wisdom of the ______.
Hale’s duty is to add what he may to the godly wisdom of the ______.
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Proctor admits, 'There be no love for ______ in this house.'
Proctor admits, 'There be no love for ______ in this house.'
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Salem is in the grip of mounting ______.
Salem is in the grip of mounting ______.
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Had swelled by the act’s end to a mass ______.
Had swelled by the act’s end to a mass ______.
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John Proctor enters, carrying his ______.
John Proctor enters, carrying his ______.
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Proctor is not quite ______ with his cooking.
Proctor is not quite ______ with his cooking.
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Elizabeth found the rabbit sittin’ in the ______.
Elizabeth found the rabbit sittin’ in the ______.
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Elizabeth: Pray God. It hurt my heart to strip her, poor ______.
Elizabeth: Pray God. It hurt my heart to strip her, poor ______.
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It’s warm as ______ beneath the clods.
It’s warm as ______ beneath the clods.
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Proctor: I think we’ll see green ______ soon.
Proctor: I think we’ll see green ______ soon.
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Mr. Parris discovered them sportin’ in the ______.
Mr. Parris discovered them sportin’ in the ______.
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Abigail Williams told you it had naught to do with ______.
Abigail Williams told you it had naught to do with ______.
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I have myself examined ______, Sarah Good, and numerous others.
I have myself examined ______, Sarah Good, and numerous others.
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You cannot think it. This be a Christian ______, sir.
You cannot think it. This be a Christian ______, sir.
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For the marvelous and supernatural ______ of Goody Putnam’s babies.
For the marvelous and supernatural ______ of Goody Putnam’s babies.
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Do you falter ______?
Do you falter ______?
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I may falter somewhat, Mister; I am no ______.
I may falter somewhat, Mister; I am no ______.
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The Devil is alive in ______, and we dare not quail to follow wherever the accusing finger points!
The Devil is alive in ______, and we dare not quail to follow wherever the accusing finger points!
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You do not believe —
You do not believe —
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If you think that I am one, then I say there are ______.
If you think that I am one, then I say there are ______.
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I have seen too many frightful ______ in court.
I have seen too many frightful ______ in court.
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Is it true, sir? Proctor — he knows this is ______.
Is it true, sir? Proctor — he knows this is ______.
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There cannot be a woman closer yet to ______ than Martha.
There cannot be a woman closer yet to ______ than Martha.
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They take my ______.
They take my ______.
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But, woman, you do believe there are ______ in —
But, woman, you do believe there are ______ in —
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Vengeance is walking __________.
Vengeance is walking __________.
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I’ll not give my wife to __________.
I’ll not give my wife to __________.
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You cannot keep __________.
You cannot keep __________.
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Tell the children I have gone to visit someone __________.
Tell the children I have gone to visit someone __________.
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Proctor: I will fall like an __________ on that court!
Proctor: I will fall like an __________ on that court!
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I cannot judge her __________ or innocent.
I cannot judge her __________ or innocent.
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Man, we must look to cause __________.
Man, we must look to cause __________.
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Let you counsel among __________.
Let you counsel among __________.
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Proctor: My wife will never die for __________.
Proctor: My wife will never die for __________.
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Peace. It is a __________, and no great change.
Peace. It is a __________, and no great change.
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We are only what we always were, but __________ now.
We are only what we always were, but __________ now.
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And the wind, God’s icy __________, will blow!
And the wind, God’s icy __________, will blow!
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Mary Warren: I cannot charge __________ on Abigail.
Mary Warren: I cannot charge __________ on Abigail.
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You will tell the court how that poppet come __________.
You will tell the court how that poppet come __________.
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Mary Warren: I cannot do it. I __________!
Mary Warren: I cannot do it. I __________!
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Proctor, to Hale: You said she were not ______!
Proctor, to Hale: You said she were not ______!
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Cheever: I have a ______ for your wife.
Cheever: I have a ______ for your wife.
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Cheever: Abigail Williams charge her ______.
Cheever: Abigail Williams charge her ______.
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Proctor: What ______ a poppet?
Proctor: What ______ a poppet?
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Cheever: I spy a ______, Goody Proctor.
Cheever: I spy a ______, Goody Proctor.
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Cheever, turning the poppet over in his hands: Why, they say it may ______ that she—
Cheever, turning the poppet over in his hands: Why, they say it may ______ that she—
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Cheever, his hands shaking: Why, this go hard with her, Proctor, this—I had my ______, Proctor.
Cheever, his hands shaking: Why, this go hard with her, Proctor, this—I had my ______, Proctor.
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Abigail fell to the ______, like a struck beast.
Abigail fell to the ______, like a struck beast.
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Hale, struck by the proof, is ______.
Hale, struck by the proof, is ______.
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Proctor: And how did it come into this ______?
Proctor: And how did it come into this ______?
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Mary Warren: Why—I made it in the ______, sir, and—give it to Goody Proctor tonight.
Mary Warren: Why—I made it in the ______, sir, and—give it to Goody Proctor tonight.
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Hale: Mary—you charge a _____ and cruel murder on Abigail.
Hale: Mary—you charge a _____ and cruel murder on Abigail.
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Elizabeth: And she charges me? Hale: Aye, Abigail were ______ tonight;
Elizabeth: And she charges me? Hale: Aye, Abigail were ______ tonight;
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Cheever, pointing at Elizabeth: You’ve heard that, sir! Ripped out of the ______!
Cheever, pointing at Elizabeth: You’ve heard that, sir! Ripped out of the ______!
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Study Notes
Salem's Hysteria
- Mass hysteria grips Salem as accusations of witchcraft escalate.
- Initial concern arises from Betty's strange behavior linked to her activities in the woods.
- The number of accused citizens multiplies, indicating growing paranoia and fear in the community.
Proctor's Household Scene
- Scene set eight days after the hysteria begins in the common room of Proctor’s house.
- John Proctor enters with a gun, showing his protective nature amid the chaos.
- Elizabeth Proctor sings softly while preparing a meal, indicating a sense of normalcy in the domestic sphere.
Domestic Dynamics
- Proctor speaks with Elizabeth about the farming work, revealing their caring yet strained relationship.
- Discussion on the weather and crops highlights the couple's shared concerns for their land.
- Proctor's longing for spring symbolizes hope amidst surrounding tensions.
Tension in Marriage
- Elizabeth questions Proctor about his late return and speaks of Mary Warren’s presence in Salem.
- Proctor’s sense of authority is challenged as Elizabeth defends her inability to stop Mary from going to court.
- The court, now led by influential judges, intensifies the fear among the townsfolk, with 14 individuals already imprisoned.
Accusations and Consequences
- Elizabeth reveals the court’s decree to hang those who refuse to confess to witchcraft.
- Abigail Williams’ influence grows as she manipulates the court proceedings, causing a shift in public perception.
- Proctor acknowledges the fraud but struggles with the implications of exposing Abigail.
Mary Warren’s Role
- Mary arrives, distressed, with shocking news of increasing arrests, now counting 39 individuals.
- She offers Elizabeth a poppet, a symbolic gesture that later becomes evidence against her.
- Her testimony describes the courtroom dynamics and how fear leads to her accusations against others.
The Conflict of Proof
- Proctor questions the validity of the accusations while Mary insists they hold weight in court.
- Mary recounts instances of old women begging for food, linking their actions to her feelings of guilt and fear.
- Evidence presented in court is based on EMOTIONAL responses rather than factual proof.
The Strain of Honor
- Proctor feels the burden of being mistrusted by Elizabeth despite his attempts at redemption.
- Their conversation escalates into accusations of infidelity and betrayal stemming from Proctor's past with Abigail.
- The emotional weight of their separate grievances highlights the destructive nature of unresolved guilt.
Hale’s Arrival
- Reverend Hale enters, signaling a shift in dynamics, embodying the increasing influence of the witch trials.
- His demeanor reflects guilt and concern over the unfolding events in Salem.
- The unexpected visit from Hale adds tension, as the Proctors must navigate their precarious situation with him present.
Themes of Authority and Moral Judgment
- The couple grapples with issues of fidelity, trust, and authority figures in their lives.
- Proctor's struggle against societal expectations showcases a deeper narrative about individual moral choices amid collective hysteria.
- Elizabeth’s perceptions of Proctor's past decisively impact their relationship, serving as a microcosm of the larger societal turmoil in Salem.### Character Interactions
- Hale visits Proctor and Elizabeth Proctor to discuss Elizabeth's mention in court, indicating the growing tension and paranoia surrounding witchcraft.
- Elizabeth reacts in shock upon learning Rebecca Nurse has been accused, revealing the community's deteriorating trust.
Themes of Belief and Doubt
- Hale expresses skepticism about the character of those accused; he admits his ignorance and inability to form an opinion about the cases presented to him.
- Proctor defends his wife's virtue, arguing it's hard to believe someone as pious as Rebecca Nurse would be involved with the Devil.
Religious Context
- Hale questions Proctor about his church attendance, revealing the scrutiny of morality and religious observance that permeates the community.
- Proctor criticizes Reverend Parris for his greed over church decor, reflecting discontent with religious authority.
The Commandments
- Hale administers a test of knowledge regarding the Ten Commandments, highlighting religious expectations and Proctor’s struggle to remember them.
- Proctor forgets the commandment against adultery, symbolizing his inner guilt and moral conflict.
Accusations and Justice
- Elizabeth Proctor is suddenly accused of witchcraft based on a poppet and a needle discovered by Cheever, illustrating the irrational nature of the trials.
- The significance of the needle in both the poppet and Abigail's injury raises questions about manipulation and the use of evidence in the court.
Community and Vengeance
- Proctor vehemently argues against the arbitrary accusations, suggesting that personal vendettas—particularly Abigail's—are driving the witch hunt.
- The phrase "vengeance is walking Salem" underscores the theme that the trials are less about justice and more about personal grievances and hysteria.
Proctor's Resistance
- Proctor's outburst at the end reveals his determination to protect his wife and fight against the wrongful accusations, presenting him as a tragic hero.
- He expresses deep frustration towards Hale and the court, reflecting a broader disillusionment with authority figures during the witch trials.
Irony and Tension
- The scene is filled with dramatic irony; characters are trapped in their misconceptions about morality and justice while the audience is aware of the impending tragedy.
- Hale's initial certainty in the righteousness of the court and his growing unease highlight the gradual unraveling of societal norms in Salem.
Symbolism of the Poppet
- The poppet symbolizes the witchcraft accusations and the manipulation of innocents, as it becomes a key piece of evidence against Elizabeth.
- Mary's initial innocence in creating the poppet contrasts sharply with its use as a weapon against Elizabeth, reflecting the perversion of innocence in the trials. ### Characters and Relationships
- John Proctor: Torn by guilt; struggles with the moral implications of his actions and the consequences of Abigail's accusations.
- Reverend Hale: Initially confident in his role, but now filled with uncertainty as he questions the validity of the accusations in Salem.
- Mary Warren: Represents the fear and manipulation present in the community; terrified of Abigail's retribution, she struggles to assert her truth.
- Giles Corey: An ally of Proctor who questions the integrity of the judicial process and expresses concern for their village’s plight.
Themes
- Guilt and Conscience: Proctor grapples with self-loathing and the fear of losing his wife due to false charges, highlighting internal conflict.
- Fear and Manipulation: Mary’s anxiety illustrates the pervasive fear within Salem, showing how Abigail's power manipulates others' actions.
- Truth versus Deception: Hale’s realization that he’s been part of a fraudulent system reveals the struggle between truth and deceit within the judicial system.
Symbolism
- The Poppet: Represents the evidence used against Elizabeth Proctor; symbolizes manipulation and the destructive power of false testimonies.
- Chains: Herrick's insistence on chaining all accused reflects the loss of freedom and the oppressive nature of the court's actions.
Setting
- Salem: A community on the brink of hysteria where paranoia about witchcraft leads to irrational fear and tragic consequences.
Important Quotes
- "I cannot think God be provoked so grandly by such a petty cause." - Highlights Hale's shifting perspective on the motivations behind the trials.
- "My wife will never die for me!" - Proctor expresses desperation to save Elizabeth, showcasing his deep love and regret.
Conflict
- Proctor confronts both Hale and Mary; his anger reveals a clash of ideals—between self-preservation and integrity.
- The fear of retribution from Abigail exemplifies the personal dangers faced by those who dare to speak the truth.
Resolution and Transformation
- Proctor’s tumultuous interaction with Mary marks a pivotal moment in his character arc, revealing his willingness to confront evil in order to protect others.
- The despair expressed by the characters underscores the moral decay infecting Salem as illusions of holiness are stripped away.
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Test your understanding of Act 2 from Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible'. This quiz covers key dialogue and character interactions that reveal the tension and themes present in the play. Analyze the implications of the characters' words and their relationships with each other.