Crucible Quote Identification

Front

Who declares, "I cannot think the Devil may own a woman’s soul, Mr. Hale, when she keeps an upright way, as I have."

Back

Rebecca Nurse

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Who stated, "We cannot look to superstition in this. The Devil is precise: the marks of his presence are definite as stone and I must tell you all that I shall not proceed unless you are prepared to believe me..."

Back

John Hale.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Who says, "And now you bid me tear the light out of my eyes? I will not, I cannot! You loved me, John Proctor, and whatever sin it is, you love me yet!"

Back

Abigail Williams

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Who says, "I am a good woman, I know it; and if you believe I may do only good work in the world, and yet be secretly bound to Satan, then I must tell you, I don’t believe it."

Back

Elizabeth Proctor

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Who claimed, "I have seen all through their silly seasons, and when it come on them they will run the Devil bowlegged keeping up with their mischief."

Back

Goodwife Nurse.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of Rebecca Nurse's quote about the Devil?

Back

It highlights her strong moral character and belief in the goodness of women.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does John Hale mean by the Devil being precise?

Back

He emphasizes that the signs of the Devil's presence are clear and cannot be mistaken.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does Abigail Williams' quote reveal about her feelings for John Proctor?

Back

It shows her desperation and emotional attachment to him.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Elizabeth Proctor's statement reflect her character?

Back

It demonstrates her integrity and refusal to accept false accusations.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does Goodwife Nurse's observation about the townspeople suggest?

Back

It indicates her understanding of human nature and the folly of the witch trials.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3