The Crucible: A Review

What is the primary setting of "The Crucible"?

• Salem, Massachusetts

• Boston, Massachusetts

• New York City, New York

• Plymouth, Massachusetts

Who is the author of "The Crucible"?

• Arthur Miller

• William Shakespeare

• Tennessee Williams

• F. Scott Fitzgerald

Summarize the main events of Act 1 of "The Crucible".

• The witch trials begin, and John Proctor confesses.

• Reverend Parris discovers the girls dancing in the forest, and accusations of witchcraft start.

• Elizabeth Proctor is arrested, and John Proctor decides to fight the court.

• The court sentences several people to death for witchcraft.

Which character is known for their integrity and ultimately refuses to confess to witchcraft?

• Reverend Hale

• John Proctor

• Abigail Williams

• Thomas Putnam

Explain the theme of hysteria as it is presented in "The Crucible".

• Hysteria is shown as a tool for personal gain and revenge.

• Hysteria is depicted as a minor issue that is quickly resolved.

• Hysteria is portrayed as a positive force that unites the community.

• Hysteria is ignored by the characters and has no impact on the plot.

Analyze why Abigail Williams accuses others of witchcraft.

• She wants to protect her friends from punishment.

• She seeks power and revenge against those she dislikes.

• She is genuinely concerned about witchcraft in Salem.

• She is forced by her uncle to make accusations.

Compare the relationship between John Proctor and Elizabeth Proctor to that of John Proctor and Abigail Williams.

• Both relationships are based on mutual respect and trust.

• John and Elizabeth have a strained relationship, while John and Abigail have a passionate but deceitful one.

• Both relationships are equally deceitful and manipulative.

• John and Elizabeth's relationship is deceitful, while John and Abigail's is based on trust.

What is the outcome of Act 2 in "The Crucible"?

• The witch trials are concluded, and peace is restored.

• Elizabeth Proctor is arrested, and John Proctor vows to fight the court.

• Abigail Williams confesses to lying about witchcraft.

• Reverend Hale leaves Salem in protest.

Identify the character who is a voice of reason and initially skeptical of the witch trials.

• Reverend Parris

• Judge Danforth

• Reverend Hale

• Giles Corey

What is the significance of the poppet found in the Proctor household?

• It is a symbol of innocence and childhood.

• It is used as evidence to accuse Elizabeth Proctor of witchcraft.

• It represents the bond between Abigail and Elizabeth.

• It is a gift from John Proctor to his children.