Quiz on 'The Crucible'

What religious group is central to the setting of 'The Crucible'?

• Catholics

• Puritans

• Quakers

• Baptists

What did Puritans believe about worshipping God?

• It should be done extravagantly

• It should be done simply

• It should be done rarely

• It should be done secretly

Who are examples of theocratic leaders in 'The Crucible'?

• Judge Danforth, Reverend Parris, Reverend Hale

• Abigail, Tituba, Mary

• President Washington, President Lincoln, President Jefferson

• Goody Proctor, Goody Good, Rebecca Nurse

What supernatural beliefs were common in the 17th century?

• Belief in aliens

• Belief in magic and witches

• Belief in technology

• Belief in evolution

Why did Puritans flee from England?

• Economic opportunities

• Unfair treatment

• Adventure

• Education

What colony did the Puritans establish in 1630?

• Virginia Colony

• Massachusetts Bay Colony

• New York Colony

• Pennsylvania Colony

What was the Puritans' view on Catholic rituals?

• They embraced them

• They ignored them

• They disliked them

• They modified them

What was believed about witches in religious communities like Salem?

• They could heal the sick.

• They could perform good deeds.

• They could perform evil deeds on Satan’s behalf.

• They were always men.

What was the most extreme punishment for those found guilty of witchcraft in "The Crucible"?

• Imprisonment

• Exile

• Death

• Fines

How many people are said to die during the play "The Crucible"?

• 10

• 15

• 20

• 25