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WorksheetsThe Crucible: Act I
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which of the following is NOT true about the village of Salem during the time of the play?
Settlers believed their holy way of life was an example for others.
Both men and women were, for the most part, literate.
Tensions between the Native Americans and the settlers were decreasing.
Survival required hard work from all in the village.
Why does Abigail believe Betty is in a state of shock?
Betty was bewitched by Tituba.
Betty was frightened when Parris caught her in the woods.
Betty was threatened by Abigail.
Betty was depressed because of her mother’s death.
Other than dancing, what else did Reverend Parris see in the woods?
Abigail drinking blood
Tituba sacrificing a cat
Betty flying through the air
A frog jumping in a kettle
Abigail Williams used to work for the _____ family.
Putnam
Proctor
Nurse
Corey
Which character lost seven of her children as infants?
Rebecca Nurse
Martha Corey
Elizabeth Proctor
Anne Putnam
Which character reveals that Abigail drank a charm to kill Goody Proctor?
Mercy Lewis
Betty Parris
Mary Warren
Susanna Walcott
Which of the following statements is true about John Proctor?
He stole land from Mr. Putnam.
He told lies about Giles Corey.
He wishes to kill Reverend Parris.
He cheated on his wife.
What advice does Rebecca give Reverend Parris concerning Mr. Hale?
She tells Parris to send Hale to see Ruth before Betty.
She tells Parris to give Hale a special book.
She tells Parris to send Hale away when he arrives.
She tells Parris to beware of Hale’s lies.
Why does John Proctor dislike Reverend Parris? Check all that apply.
Parris demanded the deed to the house for the town minister.
Parris only preaches about Hell and sin.
Parris bought golden candlesticks for the alter.
Parris spreads rumors about other ministers.
Parris asked for more money in his salary to buy firewood.
How does Giles Corey settle his disagreements with his fellow villagers?
He sabotages their farms and businesses.
He spreads rumors about them, hoping to ruin their reputations.
He frequently takes them to court.
He blames them of casting spells and working with the Devil.
What does Giles Corey want Hale to answer about his wife, Martha?
He wants to know if his wife is a witch.
He wants to know if Hale can heal her illness.
He wants to know why his wife is reading strange books.
He wants to know if his wife is cheating on him.
Abigail accuses Tituba of making her do all of the following EXCEPT what?
Making her drink chicken blood
Making her laugh at prayer
Making her dream corruptions
Making her dance in the woods
Why would Goody Osburn be accused of working with the devil?
She frequently steals the crops of her neighbors.
She was a midwife to Mrs. Putnam three times.
She has been having an affair with someone in the village.
She refuses to attend church.
What happens to Betty at the end of Act I?
She recovers and blames Abigail for her suffering.
She tries to attack Reverend Hale.
She awakens and accuses villagers of working with the devil.
She tries to fly out the window.
