The Crucible: P. 1-14 Review

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Who is described as 'a strikingly beautiful girl, an orphan, with an endless capacity for dissembling'?

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Abigail Williams

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Which family claims that their daughter, Ruth, is suffering from witchcraft?

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The Putnams

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What is the setting for 'The Crucible'?

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1692 in Salem, Massachusetts

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Crucible'?

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The dangers of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

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Who is the author of 'The Crucible'?

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Arthur Miller

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What historical event does 'The Crucible' parallel?

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The McCarthy hearings and the Red Scare.

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What role does Reverend Parris play in the story?

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He is the minister of Salem and is concerned about his reputation.

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What is the significance of the character Tituba?

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She is the first person accused of witchcraft and represents the scapegoat in the community.

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What motivates Abigail Williams throughout the play?

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Her desire for power and her obsession with John Proctor.

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What is the relationship between John Proctor and Abigail Williams?

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They had an affair, which Abigail wants to rekindle.