The Crucible - Key Questions

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Setting of the play

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The play is set in Salem, Massachusetts during the late 17th century.

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Abigail's confession to Reverend Parris

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Abigail confesses to dancing in the woods and being involved in witchcraft.

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Betty Parris' condition

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Betty Parris is in a comatose state and unresponsive.

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Abigail's relation

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Abigail is Reverend Parris' niece.

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Mercy Lewis' employer

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Mercy Lewis works for the Putnam family.

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Mary Warren's employer

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Mary Warren works for the Proctor family.

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Parishioners' feelings about Rev. Parris

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Rev. Parris' parishioners are generally dissatisfied with him.

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John Proctor's attitude toward Parris

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John Proctor has a negative attitude toward Reverend Parris.

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Girls' activities in the woods with Tituba

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The girls were dancing and practicing witchcraft.

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Beliefs about witchcraft

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Some characters believe in witchcraft while others do not.