The Crucible Act II Flashcards
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What is the setting of Act II of 'The Crucible'?

the Proctor's home, eight days after the girls have begun to accuse people of witchcraft.

Based on the conversation of John and Elizabeth Proctor in Act II of 'The Crucible,' what can the audience predict about their relationship as the witch hysteria deepens?

support each other.

When Elizabeth tells John, 'The magistrate sits in your heart that judges you,' what does she mean?

carries the knowledge of his own guilt.

What does John Proctor imply when he tells Mary Warren, 'It's strange work for a Christian girl to hang old women'?

<p>hypocritical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following words best describes Mary Warren in 'The Crucible,' Act II?

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

What is Mary Warren's motive in giving the 'poppet' to Elizabeth?

<p>Mary wants to plant evidence of witchcraft in Elizabeth's house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What allusion does Elizabeth make when she says the crowd parted for Abigail like the sea for Israel?

<p>an allusion to the Bible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict accounts for Reverend Hale's change in demeanor when he appears at the Proctor's door?

<p>Rev. Hale feels guilty for allowing events to spiral out of control in Salem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Reverend Hale described during his interview with John Proctor?

<p>troubled but rigid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does John Proctor forget to mention the commandment forbidding adultery?

<p>John Proctor has a guilty conscience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What point does Reverend Hale hope to make with his allusion to the Biblical story about the Devil being an angel when Rebecca Nurse is charged with witchcraft?

<p>The Devil has powerful skills of deception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does John Proctor believe Abigail wants by accusing Elizabeth of witchcraft?

<p>Abigail wants to punish Proctor for rejecting her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does John Proctor imply by calling Reverend Hale 'Pontius Pilate'?

<p>Hale has been manufacturing evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mary Warren enjoy her role in court at first?

<p>likes the power and status she has in the village.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is there tension between Elizabeth and John Proctor?

<p>John has had an adulterous affair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Abigail stick a needle into her stomach?

<p>accuse Elizabeth Proctor of witchcraft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mary Warren say she cannot tell the truth in court?

<p>Mary is afraid that Abigail will kill her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people part like the seas for Abigail?

<p>fear her power to accuse them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth Proctor urge John to do in Salem?

<p>tell the court that Abigail's story is a hoax.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why will Goody Osborn hang but Sarah Good will not?

<p>Sarah Good confessed, but Goody Osborn did not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does John Proctor mean when he says, 'My wife will never die for me'?

<p>John Proctor knows his adultery has caused Elizabeth to be arrested.</p> Signup and view all the answers

By the end of Act II, what does Reverend Hale begin to worry about?

<p>perhaps innocent people are being accused.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gift did Mary Warren give Elizabeth?

<p>a poppet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Elizabeth think that Abigail wants to kill her?

<p>Elizabeth believes Abigail wants to take her place as John's wife.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what charge(s) was Rebecca Nurse arrested?

<p>the murder of Goody Putnam's babies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Giles Corey think Putnam is accusing neighbors of witchcraft?

<p>Putnam wants to gain their land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What religion are the people of Salem, Massachusetts?

<p>Puritan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Setting and Context

  • Act II of "The Crucible" unfolds in the Proctor household, eight days into the witchcraft accusations.
  • A tense atmosphere permeates the home as the witch hysteria escalates in Salem.

Character Dynamics

  • John and Elizabeth Proctor exhibit a supportive yet strained relationship as external pressures mount.
  • Elizabeth’s remark about the "magistrate" reflects Proctor's internal struggle with guilt over his past infidelity.
  • Mary Warren, portrayed as gullible, oscillates between empowerment in court and submission to fear of Abigail.

Evidence and Accusations

  • Mary presents a poppet to Elizabeth, symbolizing misguided attempts to frame her as a witch.
  • Abigail uses manipulation and deceit, including self-harm, to further her agenda against Elizabeth Proctor.

Religious and Moral Undertones

  • Reverend Hale's internal conflict suggests he feels responsible for the chaos, leading to a change in his demeanor.
  • Hale references the Devil's origins to illustrate his concern about deception in the witch trials.

Relationship Tensions

  • Tension arises between Elizabeth and John due to his past adulterous affair, creating a rift in their marriage.
  • John Proctor acknowledges that his actions have grave consequences, particularly impacting Elizabeth’s fate.

Key Plot Developments

  • Abigail's accusations against Elizabeth stem from her desire for revenge due to Proctor's rejection.
  • The community's fear of Abigail’s power highlights the danger of unchecked authority in the witch hunt.

Consequences of Accusations

  • Goody Osborn faces execution for refusing to confess to witchcraft while Sarah Good's confession saves her life.
  • Rebecca Nurse is accused of supernatural crimes, driven by hysteria and manipulation from key characters.

Conclusion of Act II

  • By the end of Act II, Reverend Hale's concerns about the innocence of those accused intensify, foreshadowing the tragic consequences of the witch trials.

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Test your knowledge of Act II of Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible' with these flashcards. This quiz covers key settings, character interactions, and themes presented in this critical act of the play. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of the story's development during the witch trials.

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