The Crucible Act 2

Front

What does Elizabeth mean when she says, 'The magistrate sits in your heart that judges you'?

Back

Proctor carries the knowledge of his own guilt.

Front

What does John Proctor imply by calling Hale 'Pontius Pilate'?

Back

Hale is guilty of doing injustice by doing nothing.

Front

What does it mean to show deference?

Back

To show respect.

Front

What does John Proctor imply about Mary's behavior when he says, 'It's strange work for a Christian girl to hang old women'?

Back

Mary's behavior is hypocritical.

Front

What type of literary device is used when Elizabeth says the crowd parted for Abigail like the sea for Israel?

Back

An allusion to the Bible.

Front

What is the significance of guilt in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Guilt drives characters to make moral choices and face their inner conflicts.

Front

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

Back

Fear leads to irrational behavior and the escalation of hysteria.

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.

Front

What is the theme of hypocrisy in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Characters often act against their professed beliefs, revealing moral contradictions.

Front

What does the term 'hysteria' refer to in the context of 'The Crucible'?

Back

A state of intense emotional excitement or agitation that leads to irrational behavior.