The Crucible Full Book

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What does Mrs. Putnam blame on witchcraft?

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The death of seven of her children in infancy.

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Whom do Ezekiel Cheever and Herrick, the marshal, come to the Proctor home to arrest?

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Elizabeth Proctor.

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What news does Mary Warren bring from Salem?

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That someone accused Elizabeth of witchcraft.

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As the play opens, whom has Parris asked to come to Salem?

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Reverend Hale.

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Who is the first person that Abigail claims practiced witchcraft?

Back

Tituba.

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What is the significance of the character Abigail Williams in 'The Crucible'?

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Abigail Williams is a central character who instigates the witch trials by falsely accusing others of witchcraft, driven by her desire for power and her love for John Proctor.

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What role does Reverend Hale play in the story?

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Reverend Hale is a minister and witchcraft expert who initially supports the trials but later regrets his actions and seeks to save the accused.

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What is the main theme of 'The Crucible'?

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The main theme is the danger of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations, highlighting how fear can lead to the breakdown of social order.

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How does the setting of Salem contribute to the events of the play?

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The strict Puritan society of Salem creates an environment of fear and repression, which fuels the witch trials and the characters' actions.

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What does the term 'crucible' symbolize in the play?

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The term 'crucible' symbolizes a severe test or trial, representing the intense pressure the characters face and the moral dilemmas they encounter.