The Crucible Final Test: Multiple Choice

1. What was Arthur Miller’s main purpose for writing The Crucible?

• to explain parallels between the Salem Witch Trials and McCarthyism
• to give an accurate account of the Salem Witch Trials
• to explain how important it is to treat children with respect
• to show readers how dangerous dancing can be

2. What was the role of children before the Salem Witch Trials, according to the dramatic exposition in The Crucible?

• to dance
• to be sure adults told the truth
• to be seen and not heard
• to read books

3. How did Puritans view religion in their lives?

• Religion was an afterthought.
• Religion was important for children but not adults.
• Religion was an important part of everyday life.
• Religion was up to each individual.

4. How does the character Tituba help advance the plot?

• She was the only person discovered dancing in the woods.
• She was a slave and an easy target for accusations.
• She was a good friend of Abigail.
• Her daughter was one of the first to fall ill.

5. Which best describes Reverend Parris?

• a farmer concerned about his crops
• a lawyer concerned about his client
• a minister concerned about his reputation
• a father concerned about his family

6. What did Reverend Parris see in the woods?

• girls reading near a campfire
• girls dancing and a dress on the ground
• girls and boys fighting over a book
• evil spirits tormenting the girls

7. In addition to Betty Parris, who else has fallen ill?

• Abigail Williams
• Mary Warren
• Tituba
• Ruth Putnam

8. Which phrase best describes Abigail’s role among the girls of Salem?

• ring leader
• respectable servant
• moral example
• quiet follower

9. Which best describes John Proctor?

• old minister
• respected lawyer
• homeless man
• Christian farmer

10. How does John Proctor view his relationship with Abigail Williams?

• a regrettable mistake
• a cherished memory
• an ongoing relationship
• a fortunate meeting