The Crucible Act 1

Front

Who is Rebecca Nurse?

Back

A respected elder who thinks the girls are in a “silly season”.

Front

What conclusion can you draw about John Proctor?

Back

He speaks his mind, even if it is against people of authority.

Front

Why did Parris send for Reverend John Hale of Beverly?

Back

Hale is an authority on witches

Front

Parris is reluctant to tell anyone that Betty may be bewitched because he...

Back

fears that his reputation will be destroyed

Front

What have Thomas Putnam and John Proctor argued over in the past? Options: land, religion, money, wives

Back

land

Front

What were the girls doing in the woods?

Back

Dancing

Front

Who did Elizabeth Proctor fire for having a relationship with her husband?

Back

Abigail Williams

Front

Where and when does the play take place? Options: Salem, 1792, Salem, 1692, Boston, 1692, Boston, 1695

Back

Salem, 1692

Front

Describe the people of Salem in Act 1.

Back

scared; judgemental

Front

Why did the girls want to continue with this idea of witchcraft?

Back

To avoid getting punished