The Crucible Flashcards: Giles Corey Lines

Giles Corey’s Statements

• Expresses frustration about accusations and challenges the claims that he has spoken ill of others.
• Questions the possibility of supernatural occurrences, highlighting the tension surrounding witchcraft in Salem.

Mr. Parris and Firewood Dispute

• Parris claims his contract allows for six pounds yearly for firewood.
• Conveys discontent about not receiving the wood needed, illustrating his struggles and desperate situation.

Education and Social Standing

• Proctor confronts Parris over his qualifications, revealing Parris’s Harvard education.
• Highlights disparities in social status among characters, questioning Parris's authority.

Change in Perception

• Proctor acknowledges a shift in opinion about Parris, indicating a newfound respect for his character.
• Suggests a deeper connection or alliance is forming amidst community tensions.

Legal Troubles and Distrust

• Discusses pervasive lawsuits in Salem as indicative of underlying societal issues.
• Reflects on personal legal troubles, emphasizing the fractious nature of the community.

Accusations Against Proctor

• Proctor references a past grievance with Corey over accusations of burning property.
• Illustrates the interconnectedness of personal disputes with the larger witch trials context.

Property Claims and Family History

• Corey's recollection of past land disputes highlights bitterness and familial legacies of dishonesty.
• Indicates the importance of property ownership in establishing status and wealth in Salem.

Distrust in Supernatural Claims

• Proctor openly dismisses witchcraft claims, asserting skepticism about the existence of witches.
• Marks a division between believers and non-believers within the community.

Questions on Reading and Knowledge

• Discussion of reading “strange books” indicates a fear of knowledge and its potential consequences.
• Reflects back on personal anxieties related to belief and morality in the face of suspicion.

Impact of Books on Spirituality

• Corey shares experiences of prayer being hindered by his wife's reading, indicating a link between knowledge and piety.
• Represents broader themes of fear over personal faith and its relationship to societal norms.

Accusations Against Corey’s Wife

• Corey defends Martha against witchcraft accusations stemming from livestock failures.
• Emphasizes manipulation and personal vendettas driving the witch trials.

Justice and Consequences

• Corey's lament over the moral implications of honest people facing condemnation underscores the play’s exploration of justice.
• Suggests a critique of the legal system and its failure to protect the innocent.

Final Consequences

• An acknowledgment from Proctor of the Clerk of the Court's role highlights the increasing tensions and eventual outcomes of the trials.
• Reminds audiences of the perilous position of individuals caught in Salem's witch hunt atmosphere.