The Crucible Act I review

In the dramatic exposition, Miller says what is responsible for the coming hysteria? (Choose all that apply).

• The chance to look good by accusing others of wrong doing

• The belief that the leader of Salem was working with the devil

• The feeling of repression caused by the forced order of theocracy

• The chance to take revenge on hated neighbors

• Concern for the young people of the village

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Why does Reverend Hale come to Salem?

• To perform Betty's funeral

• To prescribe Betty medicine

• To investigate Betty's illness

• To start a new church

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CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.9

How does Proctor feel about Abigail?

• He is no longer interested in having an affair with her.

• The thinks she is silly and immature.

• He believes she is a witch.

• He is only vaguely familiar with her.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Abigail's character is best described as

• Young and gullible

• Old and wise

• Thoughtful and compassionate

• Proud and manipulative

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Abigail interact with the other girls?

• She wants to fit in with them, so she does what they say.

• She intimidates them into doing what she wants.

• She organizes events and invites them to attend.

• She is a loner that doesn't have friends.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

If your friend enjoys calumny

• They are always involved in drama

• They avoid conflict

• They enjoy various soups

• They are callous

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following is the best example of defamation?

• Randy told lies that damaged Eric's reputation with his coach and got him kicked off the team

• Paula embellished Diana's best traits to get her a promotion at work

• The police shared photos of a wanted suspect.

• The newspaper ran a story about the mayor's past involvement with a cult

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which of the following are the best synonyms for vindictive

• honest, sincere

• unfaithful, chaotic

• vengeful, harmful

• depressed, upset

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

As suggested in the following speech from Act I of The Crucible, how does Parris most likely feel about his standing in the community?

Parris: I want a mark of confidence, is all! I am your third preacher in seven years. I do not wish to be put out like the cat whenever some majority feels the whim. You people seem not to comprehend that a minister is the Lord’s man in the parish; a minister is not to be so lightly crossed and contradicted—

• He is excited to work in Salem and respects the people

• He is satisfied with his employment and position within the town

• He is eager to leave the town and begin somewhere else

• He is insecure and does not feel that the people respect him

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is Proctor most likely trying to tell Abigail in the following dialogue from Act I of The Crucible?

Proctor: Abby, I may think of you softly from time to time. But I will cut off my hand before I’ll ever reach for you again. Wipe it out of mind. We never touched, Abby.

Abigail: Aye, but we did.

Proctor: Aye, but we did not.

• Abigail needs to stop lying about them having an affair

• Abigail must wait until he can publicly announce their relationship

• Abigail and Proctor have never met before

• Abigail must accept that their affair is over

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3