The Crucible: Key Court Events

The Crucible: Key Court Events

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In Act 3 of the Salem Witch Trials, tensions rise as Giles Corey interrupts the proceedings, accusing Thomas Putnam of ulterior motives. Mary Warren confesses to lying about seeing spirits, but the court remains skeptical. Giles is arrested for contempt when he refuses to name his source. Abigail Williams manipulates the court, leading to further chaos. John Proctor's attempts to expose the truth are thwarted, resulting in his arrest and Reverend Hale's resignation.

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12 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What accusation does Giles Corey make against Thomas Putnam?

That he wants to buy land

That he is bribing the judge

That he is a witch

That he is lying about his wife

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Judge Hawthorne pause the proceedings?

To consult with Danforth

Because of Giles' interruption

To have lunch

To review evidence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising confession does Mary Warren make?

She is a witch

She has never seen spirits

She is in love with John Proctor

She plans to leave Salem

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does John Proctor present to the court?

Signatures attesting to the good character of the accused

A confession of witchcraft

A letter from the governor

A map of Salem

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Giles Corey arrested?

For lying under oath

For witchcraft

For attacking a judge

For contempt of court

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Abigail do when questioned by Danforth?

Runs out of the courtroom

Accuses Mary of bewitching her

Admits to the affair with John

Confesses to lying

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does John Proctor reveal to the court?

His plan to leave Salem

His belief in witchcraft

His affair with Abigail

His secret alliance with Giles

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