The Crucible Act 1 (2024)

Front

What were the girls doing in the woods?

Back

Dancing

Front

Who is the first to become strangely ill?

Back

Betty

Front

Why is Rev. Parris reluctant to tell people that someone in his house may be bewitched?

Back

He feels that it would destroy his reputation and he is already hated by so many.

Front

What happened between John Proctor and Abigail?

Back

They had an affair.

Front

Who is Proctor's current servant and was also one of the girls in the woods?

Back

Mary Warren.

Front

What is the significance of dancing in the context of Act 1?

Back

Dancing symbolizes rebellion against Puritan norms and the beginning of the witch trials.

Front

How does Betty's illness serve the plot in Act 1?

Back

Betty's illness raises suspicions of witchcraft and sets the stage for the ensuing hysteria.

Front

What role does reputation play in the actions of Rev. Parris?

Back

Rev. Parris is deeply concerned about his reputation, which influences his decisions throughout the play.

Front

What is the relationship between John Proctor and Elizabeth Proctor?

Back

They are husband and wife, but their relationship is strained due to Proctor's affair with Abigail.

Front

What motivates Abigail Williams in Act 1?

Back

Abigail is motivated by her desire for John Proctor and her need to eliminate Elizabeth Proctor.