Crucible Act 1, Part 2

Why do some people in town dislike Reverend Parris?

• He's taken the town's wealth for himself.

• He is arrogant and self-obsessed.

• He's greedy and materialistic.

• He's seen as too lenient with those who break town rules.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which of the following best describes John Proctor?

• A bitter man of 40 who regrets his sins

• A farmer in his mid-30s aware of his sins

• A stout, serious man of 50 who looks down on others' sins

• A foolish young man who sins without regret

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What does John's slight amusement at Abigail's "wicked" antics tell us about him?

• He considers the town's youth a lost cause.

• He still has feelings for Abigail.

• He secretly admires Abigail's ability to flout convention.

• He thinks he and Abigail are above the law.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

The others think Betty is bewitched because

• she can't stand to hear the Lord's name.

• she threw down her Bible.

• she can't sleep.

• she used the Lord's name in vain.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

How old is Giles Corey?

• 75

• 45

• 83

• 33

Which of the following best describes Rebecca Nurse?

• A good woman, kind and gentle

• A seemingly good woman who has a darker side

• A woman who has been spoiled by her husband's riches

• A good woman who is bitter that someone accused her

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Who says the following? "I mean it solemnly, Rebecca; I like not the smell of this 'authority.'"

• John Proctor

• Giles Corey

• Abigail Williams

• Thomas Putnam

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Which of the following is an example of Parris's greed?

• He refused to accept a decrease in salary.

• He requested the deed to his house.

• He demanded a slave.

• He requested a new courthouse.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Who says the following? "I am not used to this poverty...."

• Giles Corey

• Reverend Parris

• Thomas Putnam

• John Proctor

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Why does Rebecca Nurse advise sending Mr. Hale back?

• She believes she can find the witches in Salem.

• She fears for her friend, Elizabeth Proctor.

• She is afraid she'll be found out by Hale.

• She believes this "witch hunt" will lead to more arguments.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10