The Questioning of Martha Corey and Giles & Francis' Interruption Quiz
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Why do Giles and Francis interrupt the court?

  • To accuse Martha Corey of witchcraft
  • To support the court's decisions
  • To present evidence in defense of their wives (correct)
  • To distract the court from the trial proceedings
  • How do Danforth and Hathorne react to the interruption by Giles and Francis?

  • With appreciation for their courage
  • With acceptance and gratitude
  • With amusement at their audacity
  • With upset, viewing it as an obstruction to the proceedings (correct)
  • Why does Danforth tell Proctor that Elizabeth is pregnant?

  • To congratulate Proctor on the news
  • To test Proctor's honesty and observe his reaction (correct)
  • To warn Proctor about Elizabeth's health
  • To show sympathy towards the couple
  • What is Hale's reaction to Giles and Francis interrupting the court proceedings?

    <p>Upset by the injustice of the court's actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the questioning of Martha Corey considered unfair?

    <p>The court relied on unreliable spectral evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Parris react to Giles and Francis presenting evidence in defense of their wives?

    <p>Accusatory and in favor of the court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Giles Corey upset with Danforth's reaction to the document with 91 signatures?

    <p>Danforth orders the arrest of the signatories, which Giles did not expect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What claim does Giles Corey make in his deposition?

    <p>He reveals Putnam's manipulation to gain land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Giles Corey refuse to give the name mentioned in his deposition?

    <p>To safeguard his source and their trust in him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Reverend Hale more critical of the court proceedings in Act Three compared to Act Two?

    <p>He realizes the proceedings are not just or fair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Danforth have Elizabeth brought into the courtroom?

    <p>To test her credibility and Proctor's honesty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Elizabeth lie in the courtroom?

    <p>To protect her husband, John Proctor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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