Key Events in Act 4 of The Crucible

What is the main setting of Act 4?

• Witches' cave and Macbeth's castle

• The witches' lair

• The forest of Dunsinane

• Banquo's tomb

How does John Proctor's character evolve in Act 4?

• John Proctor evolves from a guilt-ridden man to a tragic hero who values integrity over life.

• John Proctor seeks revenge against the court.

• John Proctor becomes a coward who avoids responsibility.

• John Proctor remains unchanged throughout Act 4.

What decision does Elizabeth Proctor make regarding John?

• Elizabeth Proctor insists John should flee the town.

• Elizabeth Proctor urges John to deny the accusations.

• Elizabeth Proctor supports John's decision to confess to witchcraft.

• Elizabeth Proctor demands John to remain silent about the witchcraft.

What role does Reverend Hale play in Act 4?

• Reverend Hale leads the witch trials with fervor and zeal.

• Reverend Hale acts as a voice of reason and remorse, trying to save the accused by urging them to confess.

• Reverend Hale remains indifferent to the plight of the accused.

• Reverend Hale encourages the townspeople to continue the executions.

How does the theme of guilt manifest in this act?

• The theme of guilt manifests through characters' internal struggles and their remorseful interactions.

• Guilt is only expressed through physical actions.

• The theme of guilt is irrelevant to the plot.

• Characters show no remorse throughout the act.

What is the significance of the title 'The Crucible' in Act 4?

• The title indicates a time period in which the story is set.

• The title symbolizes a cooking method used by the characters.

• The title represents a severe test of character and morality faced by the characters.

• The title refers to a physical location in the play.

How do the townspeople react to the trials in this act?

• The townspeople react with fear, anger, and hysteria.

• The townspeople celebrate the trials with joy.

• The townspeople remain indifferent to the trials.

• The townspeople support the trials wholeheartedly.

What does John Proctor ultimately choose to do at the end of Act 4?

• John Proctor confesses to witchcraft to save his life.

• John Proctor chooses to maintain his integrity and refuses to sign a false confession.

• John Proctor agrees to sign the confession and live.

• John Proctor decides to flee Salem to escape execution.

How does fear influence the actions of characters in Act 4?

• Fear leads characters to irrational decisions, betrayal, and conflict in Act 4.

• Fear leads to peaceful resolutions and harmony among characters in Act 4.

• Fear has no impact on the decisions made by characters in Act 4.

• Fear causes characters to unite and support each other in Act 4.

What is the fate of the accused characters by the end of Act 4?

• The accused characters are celebrated as heroes.

• The accused characters are given a second chance to redeem themselves.

• The accused characters are released without consequences.

• The accused characters face condemnation, imprisonment, or escape.