The Crucible Introduction

Who wrote The Crucible?

• Arthur Miller

• Arthur Moore

• Andrew Miller

• Andrew Moore

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What is a crucible?

• A witch trial

• A sermon

• A severe test or challenge

• A paralyzing fear

How is the character of Abigail Williams introduced in Act 1?

• As a kind and compassionate character

• As a brave and heroic character

• As a honest and trustworthy character

• As a manipulative character

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Explain the introduction of John Proctor's character in Act 1.

• John Proctor is introduced as a strong-willed, independent, and respected farmer in the community.

• John Proctor is introduced as a weak, dependent, and disrespected farmer in the community.

• John Proctor is introduced as a lazy, unambitious, and unimportant farmer in the community.

• John Proctor is introduced as a dishonest, cowardly, and untrustworthy farmer in the community.

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What is the theme of "The Crucible"?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of hysteria

• The power of love

• The quest for knowledge

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Who was called to Salem to help with the witch problem?

• Reverend John Proctor

• Giles Corey

• Reverend Samuel Parris

• Reverend John Hale

In "The Crucible," what is the main conflict that drives the plot?

• The struggle between good and evil

• The rivalry between two families

• The fight for independence

• The conflict between science and religion

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What does the word “crucible” mean?

• severe test

• severe trial

• pot used to melting metals

• all of the above

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In "The Crucible," who is the main antagonist?

• John Proctor

• Abigail Williams

• Reverend Hale

• Elizabeth Proctor

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What is the name of the main character in Act 1 of The Crucible?

• Elizabeth Proctor

• Abigail Williams

• John Proctor

• Reverend Parris

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