The Crucible Act 1 Flashcard REVIEW

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Who is a character tormented by dreams of her dead babies?

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Ann Putnam is a character tormented by dreams of her dead babies.

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How does Act 1 of The Crucible end?

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Act 1 ends in chaos with all the girls naming people in the town.

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Why did Elizabeth Proctor fire Abigail Williams?

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Elizabeth Proctor fired Abigail Williams because of the affair with John Proctor.

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Which character threatens the girls about their activities in the woods?

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Abigail Williams threatens to hurt the girls if they talk about their activities in the woods.

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Who is the witchcraft expert summoned to Salem?

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Reverend John Hale is the witchcraft expert summoned to Salem from Beverly.

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What is the main theme of The Crucible?

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The main theme of The Crucible is the danger of hysteria and the impact of fear on society.

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What motivates Abigail Williams' actions in Act 1?

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Abigail Williams is motivated by jealousy and a desire for power.

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What role does Reverend Parris play in Act 1?

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Reverend Parris is the minister of Salem who is concerned about his reputation.

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What is the significance of the forest in The Crucible?

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The forest represents the unknown and the fear of witchcraft in the Puritan society.

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How does fear influence the characters' decisions in Act 1?

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Fear leads characters to make irrational decisions and accuse others to save themselves.