The Crucible

Why is Paris upset with Abigail in the opening act? Choose the best answer.

• Because he is a jerk

• Because she was fired from Proctor's house

• Because he is concerned for her soul

• Because her behavior might ruin his reputation in Salem

Why is Thomas Putnam bitter? Choose the best answer.

• Because he hates everyone and everything

• Because he feels slighted by the village of Salem

• Because he doesn't want Reverend Hale coming to Salem

• Because he hates Rebecca Nurse

Why is Hale called to Salem?

• To mediate the witch trials

• To take Reverend Parris' job

• To prove / disprove witchcraft in Salem

• To testify at the trial

At the beginning of Act I why does Elizabeth want John to go to Salem?

• She wants John to denounce his involvement with witchcraft

• She wants John to make amends with Reverend Parris

• She wants John to share Abigail's admission that the girls were not affected by withcraft

• She wants John to admit to his affair with Abigail

In "The Crucible," what is the main external conflict?

• The fight between John Proctor and Abigail Williams

• The struggle between the townspeople and the court

• The rivalry between two families

• The conflict between science and religion

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

• John Proctor

• Abigail Williams

• Reverend Hale

• Elizabeth Proctor

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In "The Crucible," what motivates Abigail Williams' actions?

• Her love for John Proctor

• Her desire for power

• Her fear of being accused

• All of the above

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What is a crucible?

• a spell

• intense suspicion

• a trial

• a religion