Crucible Flashcard Act 4

Front

What does Hale want Elizabeth to do?

Back

Convince Proctor to confess.

Front

What happened to Giles?

Back

Giles was pressed to death during questioning.

Front

Who is brought to hear John Proctor's jail confession?

Back

Rebecca Nurse.

Front

In the beginning of Act IV, what are Tituba and Sarah Good doing?

Back

They are waiting for the Devil and think they are going to Barbados.

Front

Why is Elizabeth not hanged?

Back

She is pregnant.

Front

What is the significance of John Proctor's confession?

Back

It represents a moral struggle and the theme of integrity.

Front

How does the theme of reputation play a role in Act IV?

Back

Characters are concerned about their names and how they will be perceived.

Front

What does the term 'pressing' refer to in the context of Giles Corey?

Back

It refers to the method of torture used to extract a confession.

Front

What role does fear play in the events of Act IV?

Back

Fear drives characters to make irrational decisions and leads to hysteria.

Front

What is the outcome for John Proctor at the end of Act IV?

Back

He chooses to die with integrity rather than confess to a lie.