The Crucible Act 1 Flashcard REVIEW

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Who is the character that reads books in the corner, reportedly stopping her husband’s prayer?

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Martha Corey

Front

What indicates that Rebecca Nurse has experience dealing with children?

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Rebecca Nurse has 11 children and 26 grandchildren.

Front

Which character is described as a shy, weak girl who is the current servant of the Proctors?

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Mary Warren

Front

Who is the character that is tormented by dreams of her dead babies?

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Ann Putnam

Front

Which character threatens to hurt the girls if they talk about the activities in the woods?

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Abigail Williams

Front

What role does Reverend John Hale play in the story?

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He is a minister who is an expert in witchcraft.

Front

What is the significance of the character of Tituba in the play?

Back

Tituba is a slave who is accused of witchcraft and represents the scapegoat in the community.

Front

How does the character of Abigail Williams influence the events in Act 1?

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Abigail manipulates the other girls and instigates the witch hunt.

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What does the character of John Proctor symbolize in the play?

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He symbolizes the struggle between personal integrity and societal pressure.

Front

What is the main conflict introduced in Act 1 of The Crucible?

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The conflict between truth and hysteria as accusations of witchcraft arise.