The Crucible Quiz

Which of the following factors contributed most to the events of the Salem witch trials in The Crucible? Choose three options.

• The fear that the town leader was possessed by evil forces.

• The oppressive atmosphere created by strict religious governance.

• The desire to publicly absolve personal guilt by blaming others.

• The outbreak of physical illnesses among the villagers.

• The opportunity to settle personal vendettas.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Why does Reverend Parris call Reverend Hale in Act I of The Crucible?

• He believes the doctor is unable to help Betty.

• He seeks a different minister to perform the last rites.

• He suspects supernatural causes for Betty's illness.

• He fears that Tituba has poisoned Betty.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Which statement best summarizes the relationship between John Proctor and Abigail in Act I of The Crucible?

• They are related by blood.

• They had an affair that Proctor ended.

• Abigail is a close friend of Elizabeth, Proctor's wife.

• Proctor dismissed Abigail due to her incompetence as a servant.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which set of words would be most appropriate to describe Abigail's character in Act I of The Crucible?

• Loving and fragile

• Reckless and careless

• Proud and manipulative

• Innocent and shy

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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

If someone has filed a lawsuit for slander, what are they most likely to have experienced?

• Defamation

• Theft

• Physical assault

• Harassment

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

Which of the following is the best example of defamation?

• Sarah lied about where she was to avoid punishment.

• John spread false rumors that damaged someone's reputation.

• Amy took the blame for her friend's actions.

• David complimented someone's appearance to be polite.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Which set of words would most likely be found in a thesaurus entry for the term licentious?

• Devout, spiritual, faithful

• Vindictive, resentful, malicious

• Unrestrained, immoral, lawless

• Depressed, melancholic, unhappy

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In Act I of The Crucible, what does this speech by Parris reveal about his feelings towards his community? Parris: "I just want a mark of confidence! I am your third preacher in seven years. I do not wish to be cast out like the cat whenever the majority feels the whim. It seems you do not understand that a minister is the Lord's man in the parish; a minister should not be so easily contradicted—”

• He feels excited to serve such a devout religious community.

• He is satisfied and proud of the high salary he receives.

• He is resentful and insecure, fearing that the townspeople do not respect his position.

• He is desperate to leave the town but feels trapped by his duties.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What is John Proctor likely trying to convey to Abigail in the following exchange from Act I of The Crucible? Proctor: "Abby, I may think of you softly from time to time. But I'll cut off my hand before I ever reach for you again. Wipe it out of your mind. We never touched, Abby." Abigail: "Aye, but we did." Proctor: "Aye, but we did not."

• He wants her to stop lying and causing a scandal.

• He wants her to understand that their affair is over.

• He is asking for patience until he can confess his love.

• He wants her to admit that nothing physical happened between them.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

According to Act I of The Crucible, how does Reverend Hale feel about his role in the investigation of witchcraft in Salem?

• He is enthusiastic and eager.

• He is cautious and wary.

• He is determined and resolute.

• He is intimidated and fearful.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

CCSS.RL.8.7