The Crucible ACT II test

Front

What commandment does John Proctor forget in The Crucible?

Back

The adultery commandment.

Front

Why does John Proctor hesitate to go to Salem to tell the court the trials are a fraud?

Back

He is afraid Abigail would retaliate by telling everyone about their affair.

Front

What was Rebecca Nurse charged with in The Crucible?

Back

Murdering the Putnams' babies.

Front

What is an allusion?

Back

An allusion is a reference to a person, place, or event outside the story.

Front

What does Abigail use to accuse Elizabeth in The Crucible?

Back

A poppet with a needle and a needle in Abigail's stomach.

Front

What is the significance of the adultery commandment in John Proctor's character development?

Back

It highlights his guilt and internal conflict regarding his affair with Abigail.

Front

How does fear influence the actions of characters in The Crucible?

Back

Fear drives characters to make false accusations and act against their morals to protect themselves.

Front

What role does reputation play in The Crucible?

Back

Reputation is crucial; characters are often more concerned with their public image than with truth or justice.

Front

What is the theme of hysteria in The Crucible?

Back

Hysteria leads to irrational behavior and the breakdown of social order, as seen in the Salem witch trials.

Front

How does Arthur Miller use symbolism in The Crucible?

Back

Miller uses symbols like the poppet to represent manipulation and the consequences of falsehood.