The Crucible Active Reading Questions

The Crucible:
Act 1

By Sara Spencer

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What happened in the woods? Who was there? Were they having fun or do they believe in what they did? Explain.

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Whom has Reverend Parris invited to Salem? Why?

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Ann Putnam is described as a “twisted soul.” What events from her life might have caused her to become “twisted”?

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The conversation between Abigail, Mercy, and Mary Warren reveals what about their relationship (the dynamic between the girls)?

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What has happened between Abigail and John Proctor in the past? Why does Abigail hate John Proctor’s wife?

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Who is Giles Corey? What is his concern about his wife, Martha?

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Hale says, “What victory would the Devil have to win a soul already bad? It is the best the Devil wants, and who is better than the minister?” What does this mean?

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Abigail eventually puts all the blame on Tituba. Why is Tituba an appropriate scapegoat for Abigail to choose?

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What does Tituba claim the Devil told her or promised her? (at least 3 things.)

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Who is accused of being a witch? What will happen to them? ( List all the names given.)

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The Putnams support Reverend Parris. John Proctor, Rebecca Nurse, and Giles Corey do not. Why is there a faction (group) against Reverend Parris? (Try to come up with at least 3 reasons.)

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What is your prediction for the next Act?

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