The Crucible Act 1 Flashcard REVIEW

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How does Act 1 of The Crucible end?

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Act 1 ends in chaos with all the girls naming people in the town.

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Which character fears witchcraft rumors will ruin his reputation?

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Reverend Samuel Parris fears witchcraft rumors will ruin his reputation after his daughter and niece were discovered 'dancing' in the woods.

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Why did Elizabeth Proctor fire Abigail Williams?

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Elizabeth Proctor fired Abigail Williams because of the affair with John Proctor.

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Which character is a slave from Barbados?

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Tituba is a slave from Barbados.

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Who said, 'There are wheels within wheels in this village, and fires within fires'?

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Ann Putnam said, 'There are wheels within wheels in this village, and fires within fires.'

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What is the main theme of The Crucible?

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The main theme of The Crucible is the danger of hysteria and the impact of fear on society.

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What motivates Reverend Parris's actions in Act 1?

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Reverend Parris is motivated by his concern for his reputation and position in the community.

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What role does Abigail Williams play in the events of Act 1?

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Abigail Williams instigates the chaos by accusing others of witchcraft to divert attention from her own actions.

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What is the significance of the forest in The Crucible?

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The forest symbolizes the unknown and the fear of the supernatural, serving as a backdrop for the witchcraft accusations.

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How does fear influence the characters' decisions in Act 1?

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Fear leads characters to make irrational decisions, such as accusing others to save themselves.