The Crucible - Act 2 QUOTES

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.

Front

Who said, "I plead no more! I see now your spirit twists around the single error of my life, and I will never tear it free!"

Back

John Proctor

Front

Who calmly stated, "I do not judge you. The magistrate sits in your heart that judges you."

Back

Elizabeth Proctor.

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.

Front

Who threatened, "I will come to you in the black of some terrible night and I will bring a pointy reckoning that will shudder you."

Back

Abigail Williams.

Front

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

Back

It reflects her understanding of the hysteria and manipulation in Salem.

Front

What does John Proctor's plea reveal about his character?

Back

It shows his internal struggle and guilt over his past mistakes.

Front

How does Elizabeth Proctor's statement about judgment reflect the theme of personal conscience?

Back

It emphasizes the idea that true judgment comes from within, not from societal pressures.

Front

What does John Hale's insistence on the Devil's precision indicate about his beliefs?

Back

It shows his initial faith in rationality and the belief in clear signs of evil.

Front

What does Abigail Williams' threat reveal about her character?

Back

It highlights her manipulative and vengeful nature.