Understanding The Crucible: Act 1

What is the setting of Act 1 in The Crucible?

• The setting of Act 1 is Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692.

• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1700

• Boston, Massachusetts, in 1620

• New York City in 1776

Who is the first character introduced in Act 1?

• The antagonist

• The sidekick

• The mentor

• The protagonist

What event prompts the witchcraft accusations in Salem?

• A town meeting discussing land disputes.

• A festival celebrating the harvest season.

• The behavior of the young girls claiming possession.

• A series of unexplained illnesses among the townspeople.

How does Reverend Parris react to the events in the forest?

• Reverend Parris celebrates the events in the forest.

• Reverend Parris encourages the girls to continue their activities.

• Reverend Parris ignores the events completely.

• Reverend Parris reacts with fear and concern for his reputation.

What is Abigail Williams' relationship to the other girls?

• Abigail Williams is the sister of one of the girls.

• Abigail Williams is a passive follower of the other girls.

• Abigail Williams is a teacher to the other girls.

• Abigail Williams is the leader and manipulator of the other girls.

What does Tituba confess to in Act 1?

• Tituba confesses to practicing witchcraft and making a pact with the Devil.

• Tituba admits to stealing from the villagers.

• Tituba confesses to being a healer and helping the sick.

• Tituba claims she was forced to participate in the rituals.

How do the townspeople view the idea of witchcraft?

• The townspeople celebrate witchcraft as a cultural tradition.

• The townspeople view witchcraft as suspicious and fearsome.

• The townspeople are indifferent to the concept of witchcraft.

• The townspeople embrace witchcraft as a form of art.

What role does fear play in the events of Act 1?

• Fear acts as a catalyst for conflict and tension among characters.

• Fear leads to unity among characters.

• Fear has no impact on the events.

• Fear is only experienced by one character.

How does John Proctor feel about the other characters in Salem?

• John Proctor feels critical and conflicted about the other characters in Salem.

• John Proctor believes the other characters are always right.

• John Proctor feels indifferent towards the other characters in Salem.

• John Proctor admires all the characters in Salem.

What is the significance of the poppet found in Act 1?

• The poppet represents a symbol of friendship.

• The poppet is a tool for sewing and crafting.

• The poppet signifies the innocence of the characters.

• The poppet signifies manipulation and the hysteria of the witch trials.