The Crucible Act 3

Front

What does Mary Warren claim to have done in court?

Back

She claims to have pretended to faint.

Front

What is Mary Warren asked to demonstrate in court?

Back

She is asked to demonstrate how she fakes witchcraft.

Front

What action does Hale take when Proctor is arrested?

Back

Hale denounces the proceedings and quits the court.

Front

What accusation does Giles Corey make against Putnam?

Back

He accuses Putnam of accusing his neighbors of witchcraft for land.

Front

How does Abigail react when suspicion falls on her?

Back

Abigail gets defensive and dodges the question.

Front

What is the fate of Rebecca Nurse in Act 3?

Back

She has been sentenced for punishment.

Front

What is the significance of Mary Warren's role in the court?

Back

Mary Warren's role highlights the theme of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

Front

How does the court's treatment of Proctor reflect the themes of justice and injustice?

Back

Proctor's arrest illustrates the court's failure to uphold true justice, succumbing to mass hysteria.

Front

What does Abigail's defensiveness reveal about her character?

Back

It reveals her manipulative nature and fear of losing power.

Front

What does Giles Corey's accusation suggest about the motivations behind the witch trials?

Back

It suggests that personal gain and greed are driving forces behind the accusations.