The Crucible Act 1 Quiz

What is the primary reason Reverend Parris yells at Tituba to get out of the room in Act 1?

• He is angry about her dancing in the forest.

• He is trying to protect his reputation.

• He is concerned about her health.

• He is upset about her academic performance.

What does Susanna Walcott report to Reverend Parris?

• The town doctor can't figure out what's wrong with Betty.

• The town doctor has a cure for Betty.

• The town doctor is out of town.

• The town doctor blames witchcraft immediately.

Why does Abigail Williams claim Tituba was chanting over a cauldron?

• To explain her own involvement in witchcraft.

• To shift blame away from herself.

• Because she genuinely believes it.

• To entertain Betty and the other girls.

According to the text, what societal issue does the charge of witchcraft highlight in Salem?

• Economic disparities.

• Gender inequality.

• Rigid social and religious rules.

• Educational reforms.

What does Parris perceive as a threat to his job and reputation?

• The illness of his daughter Betty.

• The dancing and singing in the forest.

• Witchcraft rumors and the community's reaction.

• His relationship with the church.

What does Mrs. Putnam believe is the cause of her babies' deaths?

• Illness

• Witchcraft

• Accidents

• Natural causes

What is Thomas Putnam's reaction when he hears that Betty's eyes are closed and other girls are also sick?

• He is indifferent

• He blames Parris

• He sees it as a blessing

• He calls for a doctor

According to the text, what is the consequence of being charged with witchcraft in Salem?

• Exile from the town

• A fine

• Imprisonment

• Hanging

Why does Abigail insist that she and Tituba were not involved in conjuring spirits?

• To protect Tituba

• To maintain her innocence

• To blame someone else

• To confuse Parris

What strategy do Abigail and Mercy Lewis use to try to wake Betty?

• They sing to her

• They pray for her

• They try to conjure spirits

• They splash water on her