The Crucible Act 1

Front

Who is Rebecca Nurse in 'The Crucible'?

Back

A respected elder who thinks the girls are in a 'silly season'.

Front

What is a synonym for 'persecute'?

Back

Victimize.

Front

Where and when does 'The Crucible' take place?

Back

Salem, 1692.

Front

What does the wizard do to the ghostly spirit?

Back

Conjured.

Front

What is Abigail a master of?

Back

Dissembling.

Front

Define 'dissembling'.

Back

Concealing one's true motives or feelings; misleading.

Front

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

Back

It is the setting of the witch trials and represents mass hysteria.

Front

What role does fear play in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Fear drives characters to act irrationally and leads to the persecution of innocent people.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Crucible'?

Back

The dangers of hysteria and the consequences of false accusations.

Front

Who is the antagonist in 'The Crucible'?

Back

Abigail Williams.