The Crucible Act 1 Quiz

Who is the Reverend of Salem in Act 1 of The Crucible?

• Reverend Hale

• Reverend Parris

• John Proctor

• Giles Corey

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Which character is found inert and unresponsive at the beginning of Act 1?

• Abigail Williams

• Betty Parris

• Mary Warren

• Rebecca Nurse

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

What is the main reason Reverend Parris is concerned about Betty’s condition?

• He fears for her health

• He is worried about his reputation

• He wants to punish Abigail

• He is afraid of the Putnams

Which of the following best summarizes what the girls were doing in the forest before Act 1 begins?

• They were gathering firewood

• They were dancing and possibly conjuring spirits

• They were praying

• They were reading books

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Abigail Williams try to protect herself when questioned about the events in the forest?

• She confesses everything

• She blames Tituba

• She runs away

• She blames John Proctor

Which theme is introduced in Act 1 through the townspeople’s fear and suspicion?

• The power of love

• The danger of hysteria

• The importance of education

• The value of hard work

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Why does Mrs. Putnam believe witchcraft is involved in her children’s deaths?

• She saw witches in the forest

• She is jealous of Rebecca Nurse

• She has lost many children and seeks an explanation

• She wants to leave Salem

Analyze why Betty suddenly wails after hearing the hymn at the end of the assigned reading.

• She is in physical pain

• She is frightened by the adults

• The hymn reminds her of her guilt and fear of witchcraft

• She wants attention

Explain how the historical context of the Salem witch trials influences the characters’ actions in Act 1.

• The fear of witches leads to suspicion and accusations

• The town is celebrating a festival

• The characters are preparing for a war

• The characters are focused on farming

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What motivates Abigail Williams to manipulate the truth about what happened in the forest?

• She wants to protect her uncle

• She wants to avoid punishment and maintain her reputation

• She is in love with Giles Corey

• She wants to leave Salem

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3