The Crucible Act 1 Review

Who is the minister of Salem in Act 1 of "The Crucible"?

• John Proctor

• Reverend Parris

• Reverend Hale

• Thomas Putnam

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary setting of Act 1 in "The Crucible"?

• The Proctor's home

• The Salem meeting house

• Reverend Parris's house

• The forest

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Summarize the main event that causes fear and hysteria in Act 1.

• A witch is caught in the act

• The girls are caught dancing in the forest

• A fire breaks out in Salem

• A mysterious illness spreads

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does fear influence Reverend Parris's actions in Act 1?

• He becomes more lenient with the girls

• He seeks to protect his reputation

• He decides to leave Salem

• He ignores the situation entirely

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze Abigail Williams's motivation for accusing others of witchcraft.

• She wants to protect her friends

• She seeks power and control

• She is genuinely afraid of witches

• She wants to leave Salem

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which character is most skeptical of the witchcraft accusations in Act 1?

• Reverend Hale

• John Proctor

• Thomas Putnam

• Betty Parris

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how hysteria begins to spread among the characters in Act 1.

• Through logical reasoning

• Through rumors and fear

• Through scientific evidence

• Through religious sermons

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What role does Tituba play in the development of fear and hysteria in Act 1?

• She denies any involvement

• She confesses to witchcraft under pressure

• She accuses Reverend Parris

• She flees Salem

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Discuss the theme of hysteria as it is presented in Act 1.

• It is a minor theme with little impact

• It is a central theme that drives the plot

• It is only relevant to a few characters

• It is resolved quickly

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the relationship between Abigail Williams and John Proctor in Act 1?

• They are siblings

• They are former lovers

• They are married

• They are strangers

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DOK Level 1: Recall