Themes and Motifs in 'The Crucible'

The video explores themes in Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible', focusing on mob mentality, injustice, and reputation. It highlights how mob hysteria leads to irrational actions, the rigid authority of the court, and the impact of reputation on personal decisions. Key examples include Tituba's confession, Mary Warren's testimony, and John Proctor's struggle with his public and private image.

What is a key characteristic of mob mentality as depicted in 'The Crucible'?

• Individual reasoning is enhanced.

• People act independently.

• The mob thinks as a single unit.

• It promotes peaceful resolutions.

What is the outcome of mob hysteria in 'The Crucible'?

• It results in chaos and false accusations.

• It is quickly resolved by the authorities.

• It brings about peace and order.

• It leads to rational decision-making.

How does Tituba's confession influence others in 'The Crucible'?

• It leads to a peaceful resolution.

• It causes others to join in naming names.

• It results in her immediate release.

• It is ignored by the community.

What tactic does Abigail use to manipulate the situation during Mary Warren's testimony?

• She feigns innocence and mimics Mary.

• She leaves the courtroom.

• She remains silent.

• She admits her guilt.

How does the community react to Mary Warren's evidence of fraud?

• They accept it immediately.

• They are swayed by Abigail's performance.

• They punish Mary for her honesty.

• They ignore it completely.

What is a major issue with justice in 'The Crucible'?

• There are too many judges.

• The law is open to interpretation.

• Only a few authorities have the power to execute justice.

• The community votes on each case.

How are dissenting views treated by the authorities in 'The Crucible'?

• They are ignored.

• They are encouraged and debated.

• They are rewarded.

• They are suspected of heretical thinking.

What does Reverend Parris accuse those who provide evidence against the girls of doing?

• Supporting the court.

• Attempting to overthrow the court.

• Being neutral.

• Helping the judges.

What is John Proctor's main conflict with the established ideology?

• He wants to become a judge.

• He opposes accepted views of the Bible.

• He supports the witch trials.

• He agrees with Reverend Parris.

What motivates characters in 'The Crucible' to protect their public image?

• Love for the community.

• Need for adventure.

• Fear of losing reputation.

• Desire for wealth.