Exploring Act 1 of The Crucible

The transcript covers Arthur Miller's play 'The Crucible', set during the Salem witch trials. It explores themes of hysteria, manipulation, and societal tensions. The narrative follows Reverend Paris, Abigail Williams, and other characters as they navigate accusations of witchcraft. Reverend Hale's investigation intensifies the situation, leading to confessions and further accusations. The play serves as an allegory for the anti-communist witch hunts of the 1950s, highlighting the dangers of mass hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

Who wrote 'The Crucible'?

• Eugene O'Neill

• Arthur Miller

• Tennessee Williams

• William Shakespeare

In what year was 'The Crucible' first performed?

• 1972

• 1962

• 1952

• 1942

What does Reverend Parris discover the girls doing in the forest?

• Praying

• Reading books

• Cooking

• Dancing

Who is Reverend Parris's niece?

• Abigail

• Betty

• Mercy

• Mary

How many babies has Mrs. Putnam lost?

• Five

• Six

• Eight

• Seven

What does Mrs. Putnam believe is the cause of her babies' deaths?

• Natural causes

• Witchcraft

• Disease

• Accidents

What does Abigail threaten to do to the other girls if they reveal more than what she has told?

• Tell their parents

• Run away

• Bring a pointy reckoning

• Accuse them of witchcraft

What does John Proctor admit to Abigail?

• He loves her

• He will never reach for her again

• He believes in witchcraft

• He plans to leave Salem

Who arrives to investigate the accusations of witchcraft?

• Deputy Governor Danforth

• Reverend Hale

• Judge Hathorne

• Reverend Parris

Who does Tituba first accuse of being with the devil?

• Goody Proctor

• Goody Osbourne

• Sarah Good

• Rebecca Nurse