Quiz on The Crucible

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What caused Betty's affliction in the play's opening?

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She is terrified her father saw her meddling with witchcraft.

Front

What sparked witchcraft rumors in Salem?

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A gathering of girls dancing in the forest.

Front

Characteristics of Reverend Parris revealed in dialogue with Abigail:

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Concern for his own reputation.

Front

What has twisted Mrs. Putnam's soul?

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She has lost seven seemingly-healthy babies to death.

Front

Abigail threatens the girls about revealing her witchcraft attempts: 'If you share our forest witchery, I will tell the Reverend something that will make him shudder.'

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Best paraphrase: If you share details of our witchcraft, I will tell the Reverend something shocking.

Front

Abby longs for John and wants to rekindle their affair; John, though tempted, is determined to keep his distance.

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This reflects their complex feelings: Abby's desire contrasts with John's resolve.

Front

Reason for Elizabeth Proctor's rare church attendance?

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Refuses to share a pew with someone like Abigail.

Front

Rebecca Nurse advises that the girls are just being silly teenagers and will come to their senses if left alone.

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Correct Answer: The girls are just acting like silly teenagers. Leave them alone and they'll come to their senses.

Front

John Proctor's church absence explanation:

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Dislikes Reverend Parris's negative preaching about hellfire.

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John Proctor views Thomas Putnam as greedy and arrogant.

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Correct answer: Proctor sees Putnam as greedy and arrogant.