2023-24 - The Crucible Act 2

Front

What does Elizabeth Proctor want John to do in Salem?

Back

She wants him to go into Salem and tell the authorities that the girls are lying.

Front

Whom does John Proctor blame for the problems in Salem?

Back

He blames vengeance.

Front

What are the suspicious behaviors of Proctor and his family?

Back

Proctor does not go to church regularly, his youngest son has not been baptized, and he could not remember all of the Commandments.

Front

What must a person accused of witchcraft do to avoid being hanged?

Back

Confess to having practiced witchcraft.

Front

Why does Cheever visit the Proctor household?

Back

He comes to arrest Elizabeth.

Front

What is the significance of the Commandments in Act II of The Crucible?

Back

They represent moral law and Proctor's struggle with his own guilt.

Front

How does John Proctor's relationship with Abigail Williams affect the events in Salem?

Back

His past affair with Abigail fuels her motivations and the hysteria in Salem.

Front

What role does fear play in The Crucible?

Back

Fear drives the characters to make irrational decisions and fuels the witch hunt.

Front

What is the theme of reputation in The Crucible?

Back

Characters are concerned about their public image, leading to conflicts and moral dilemmas.

Front

How does the concept of hysteria manifest in Act II?

Back

Hysteria leads to false accusations and a breakdown of social order in Salem.