The Crucible: Act I & II Cause and Effect Quiz ( Ms. Ducasse

What event causes Reverend Parris to become worried about his reputation in Salem?

• The discovery of his daughter dancing in the woods

• A disagreement with John Proctor

• The arrival of Reverend Hale

• A poor sermon he delivered

Why does Abigail Williams accuse Tituba of witchcraft?

• She genuinely believes Tituba is a witch

• To divert attention from her own actions in the woods

• Because Tituba scolded her

• To gain power in the village

What effect does the fear of witchcraft have on the people of Salem in Act I?

• They become more united as a community

• They start accusing each other to protect themselves

• They ignore the accusations and continue with their lives

• They leave Salem to escape the hysteria

Why does Elizabeth Proctor fire Abigail Williams?

• Because Abigail was lazy and disrespectful

• Because Abigail was caught stealing

• Because Elizabeth suspects the affair between Abigail and John

• Because Abigail was rude to the children

What causes John Proctor to hesitate in exposing Abigail's lies?

• Fear of legal repercussions

• Uncertainty about the truth

• His concern for his reputation

• His friendship with Reverend Parris

How does Reverend Hale's attitude change from Act I to Act II?

• He becomes more skeptical of the accusations

• He becomes more convinced of the presence of witchcraft

• He resigns from his position

• He leaves Salem

What effect does the witch trials have on the community's perception of authority?

• Increased respect for authority

• Decreased respect for authority

• No change in perception

• Increased fear of authority

Why does Mary Warren give Elizabeth Proctor a poppet?

• As a peace offering

• To frame her for witchcraft

• As a gift of friendship

• To convey a secret message

What causes the court to arrest Elizabeth Proctor?

• John Proctor's confession

• The discovery of the poppet with a needle in it

• Abigail Williams' accusation

• Mary Warren's testimony

Why does Elizabeth lie about John's affair when questioned by Danforth?

• To protect John's reputation

• Because she is confused

• To spite John

• She believes it will save her