The Crucible Act 2 Flashcard/Types of Irony

Front

What is the reason John Proctor hasn't baptized his third child?

Back

He doesn't want Parris to touch his child.

Front

Who refers to themselves as 'an official of the court'?

Back

Mary Warren.

Front

What is verbal irony?

Back

It occurs when people say one thing but mean another, often considered akin to sarcasm.

Front

What does it mean to do something avidly?

Back

To do it eagerly.

Front

What did Proctor reveal to Reverend Hale about Abigail Williams?

Back

She told him that the dancing in the woods had nothing to do with witchcraft.

Front

Define dramatic irony.

Back

A situation where the audience knows more about the events of a story than the characters do.

Front

What is situational irony?

Back

A situation where the outcome is significantly different from what was expected.

Front

What is the significance of John Proctor's character in 'The Crucible'?

Back

He represents the struggle between personal integrity and societal pressure.

Front

Explain the concept of moral conflict as seen in 'The Crucible'.

Back

Moral conflict arises when characters face dilemmas between their personal beliefs and the expectations of society.

Front

What role does fear play in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Fear drives characters to make irrational decisions and fuels the hysteria in Salem.