The Crucible, Act I Vocab

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Parochial

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Limited or narrow outlook

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Deference

Back

humble respect

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Theocracy

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System of government where authorities rule in the name of God

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Persecute

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To harass, annoy or discriminate against

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Vindictive

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Revengeful; malicious and spiteful

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Dissemble

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Conceal true feelings or emotions

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Providence

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Protective care of God or spiritual power

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Faction

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Small dissenting group within a larger group

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Magistrate

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Civil court officer, judge

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Maraud

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To roam and raid; loot and plunder