The Crucible - Act 1

Front

Who is the character that threatens the other girls in the woods?

Back

Abigail Williams threatens the other girls, saying she will come to them in the black of night if they reveal what they did.

Front

What is Ann Putnam's role in the story?

Back

Ann Putnam is a mother who sent her daughter to conjure the dead babies.

Front

What activity were the girls engaged in when they were discovered in the woods?

Back

The girls were dancing in the woods.

Front

What can be inferred about John Proctor's character?

Back

John Proctor speaks his mind, even if it is against people of authority.

Front

What was the source of conflict between Thomas Putnam and John Proctor?

Back

Thomas Putnam and John Proctor have argued over land.

Front

What does the act of conjuring signify in the context of the play?

Back

Conjuring signifies the attempt to communicate with the dead, which is central to the themes of witchcraft and superstition in the play.

Front

How does Abigail Williams manipulate the other characters?

Back

Abigail manipulates the other characters by threatening them and using fear to control their actions.

Front

What is the significance of the woods in Act 1?

Back

The woods represent a place of secrecy and rebellion against societal norms, where the girls can act freely.

Front

What does John Proctor's relationship with Reverend Parris reveal?

Back

John Proctor's relationship with Reverend Parris reveals his disdain for authority and the hypocrisy he sees in the church.

Front

What role does fear play in the events of Act 1?

Back

Fear drives the characters to act irrationally, leading to accusations and the escalation of the witch trials.