The Crucible Characters

Front

Who is jealous of Rebecca Nurse and lost 7 babies just after birth?

Back

Ann Putnam

Front

Who is a farmer, does not like Parris, and is unfaithful to his wife?

Back

John Proctor

Front

Who is Parris' niece and the main instigator of the witch trials by falsely accusing others?

Back

Abigail Williams

Front

Who is a greedy landowner that has his wife and daughter accuse people of witchcraft to purchase their land?

Back

Thomas Putnam

Front

Who is the Putnam's daughter and one of the 'afflicted' girls who accused others of witchcraft?

Back

Ruth

Front

What is the role of Abigail Williams in 'The Crucible'?

Back

She instigates the witch trials by falsely accusing others and drank a blood charm.

Front

What motivates Thomas Putnam's actions in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Greed; he wants to acquire land from those accused of witchcraft.

Front

What is John Proctor's relationship with Elizabeth Proctor?

Back

He is her husband and has been unfaithful to her.

Front

What is the significance of Rebecca Nurse in the play?

Back

She represents goodness and morality, contrasting with the hysteria of the witch trials.

Front

How does the character of Reverend Parris contribute to the themes of power and authority in 'The Crucible'?

Back

He is more concerned with his reputation and position than the truth.