The Crucible Test

Why did Reverend Parris send for Reverend Hale at the beginning of the play?

• To confirm the existence of witchcraft in Salem
• To preach a special sermon
• To calm the townspeople about a drought
• To arrest Abigail

What were the girls doing in the forest before the play begins?

• Dancing and trying to conjure spirits
• Gathering herbs for medicine
• Playing children’s games
• Secretly meeting with John Proctor

Why is Reverend Parris worried about Betty’s illness?

• He is deeply concerned for her health
• He fears it will ruin his reputation in Salem
• He believes she is possessed by the Devil
• He wants to use it as proof against his enemies

What does Abigail threaten the other girls with if they reveal the truth?

• She will accuse them of witchcraft
• She will bring “a pointy reckoning” at night
• She will tell their parents everything
• She will leave Salem

What is Thomas Putnam’s main motivation in supporting the witch trials?

• His genuine belief in witchcraft
• His desire for more land
• His loyalty to Reverend Parris
• His friendship with Abigail

What does Elizabeth Proctor want John to do in Salem early in Act II?

• Confess to witchcraft
• Tell the court Abigail is lying
• Move the family to Boston
• Pray with Reverend Hale

Why does John hesitate to expose Abigail’s lies?

• He is afraid of being accused himself
• He knows the court won’t believe him without proof
• He worries about his reputation and past affair
• All of the above

What gift does Mary Warren give Elizabeth(Goody Proctor)?

• A necklace
• A Bible
• A poppet (doll)
• A letter from the court

Why is Elizabeth arrested?

• She confessed to witchcraft
• She is accused of stabbing Abigail through the poppet
• She was found dancing in the forest
• She refused to attend church

What is Reverend Hale’s attitude in Act II?

• Fully supportive of the court
• Skeptical of the accusations
• Unconcerned about the events
• Actively plotting against Parris