The Crucible: Acts 1-4

Front

Which commandment does John Proctor forget?

Back

Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Front

Who calms Betty's presence in Act 1?

Back

Rebecca Nurse.

Front

What reason does Elizabeth give for firing Abigail?

Back

She thought John was attracted to her.

Front

What evidence does Cheever present against John Proctor?

Back

He plows the fields on Sundays.

Front

At the end, does Elizabeth plead with John to change his mind about the confession?

Back

False.

Front

What is the significance of the commandment John forgets?

Back

It highlights his guilt over his affair with Abigail.

Front

Who is Reverend Hale and what is his role in the play?

Back

He is a minister who initially supports the witch trials but later opposes them.

Front

What does the character of Abigail Williams represent in the play?

Back

She represents manipulation and the consequences of unchecked desire.

Front

How does the theme of reputation manifest in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Characters are often more concerned with their reputation than the truth.

Front

What is the role of fear in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Fear drives the characters to make irrational decisions and fuels the witch hunt.