Characters in The Crucible

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Who is Samuel Parris?

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The Reverend is the controversial and insecure minister of Salem.

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Who is Betty Parris?

Back

Betty is the 10-year-old daughter of Rev. Parris and one of the first girls to be 'afflicted.'

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Who is Tituba?

Back

Tituba is a slave brought from Barbados by Parris. She is first accused of witchcraft and calls out the names of others in an attempt to save herself.

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Who is Abigail Williams?

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Abigail is the 17-year-old niece of Parris. An orphan, she lives with her uncle and leads the girls in their accusations.

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Who is Mary Warren?

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Mary is the Proctors' meek and insecure servant. She is friends with Abigail and 'afflicted.'

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Who is John Proctor?

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John is a farmer and the protagonist in the play. He is a tragic hero and the first to expose the girls as frauds.

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Who is Reverend John Hale?

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John Hale is an expert on witches called in from neighboring Beverly by Parris.