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The Crucible Act 4

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10th - 11th Grade

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The Crucible Act 4
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This quiz focuses on Act 4 of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," examining the climactic final act where the central conflicts reach their resolution. Designed for 10th or 11th grade students, the questions assess comprehension of character motivations, thematic development, and dramatic resolution in this classic American drama. Students need a thorough understanding of character arcs, particularly John Proctor's journey toward redemption, Elizabeth's self-awareness about her role in their marital problems, and Reverend Hale's transformation from zealous prosecutor to advocate for the accused. The quiz requires students to analyze how characters face moral dilemmas, understand the political and social pressures driving the witch trials, and recognize how Miller uses individual choices to explore themes of integrity, reputation, and personal honor. Students must also demonstrate knowledge of specific plot details, character relationships, and the symbolic significance of key moments like Proctor's decision to tear up his confession. This quiz was created by a classroom teacher who designed it for students studying American literature in grades 10-11. The assessment serves multiple instructional purposes, functioning effectively as a reading comprehension check after students complete Act 4, a review tool before a unit test, or a formative assessment to gauge student understanding of the play's conclusion. Teachers can use this quiz as a warm-up activity to begin class discussions about the play's themes, assign it as homework to ensure students complete the reading, or incorporate it into small group activities where students discuss their answers to deepen comprehension. The questions align with Common Core standards RL.9-10.1 and RL.9-10.3, as they require students to cite textual evidence and analyze how complex characters develop throughout the text, while also supporting RL.9-10.2 through the examination of central themes and their development through character actions and dialogue.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Who does Parris reveal that Abigail disappeared with?

Tituba
Rebecca Nurse
Mercy Lewis
Mary Warren

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.9

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Why did Giles Corey refuse to either confirm or deny the charges against him?

So that he would be set free.
So that his land would go to his children.
To save Martha's life.
Because he was guilty.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Through her test of character, what realization did Elizabeth have about herself?

Her husband is truly a good man.
She is guilty of doing the Devil's work.
She was right to suspect her husband's loyalty.
Her insecurity and coldness were partly to blame for her husband's infidelity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Danforth

cannot admit error, or will lose authority
regains honor by refusing to lie to have life spared
loses faith, but values life and attempts to save lives

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

John Proctor

cannot admit error, or will lose authority
regains honor by refusing to lie to have life spared
loses faith, but values life and attempts to save lives

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Reverend Hale

cannot admit error, or will lose authority
regains honor by refusing to lie to have life spared
loses faith, but values life and attempts to save lives

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What might the community do if Rebecca Nurse and John Proctor are killed?

The people may not pay their taxes.
The people may try to kill more witches.
The people may leave Salem.
The people may riot and overthrow the court.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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