Exploring The Crucible Performance at Edison Community College

The transcript details a dramatic narrative involving accusations of witchcraft, courtroom trials, and the resulting tensions within a community. Characters navigate complex relationships and moral dilemmas, leading to confessions and severe consequences. The story culminates in a resolution that prompts reflection on justice and integrity.

What is Reverend Parris most concerned about when discussing the strange behavior of the children?

• The health of the children

• His reputation

• The safety of the town

• The weather

What does Abigail try to do when questioned about their activities in the forest?

• Cover up their activities

• Blame others

• Run away

• Confess everything

What role does Mary Warren play in the court proceedings?

• An official of the court

• A defendant

• A judge

• A witness

What is the main cause of tension between John and Elizabeth Proctor?

• Financial issues

• John's affair with Abigail

• Their children's behavior

• Elizabeth's health

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is John Proctor determined to do at the end of the final section?

• Leave Salem

• Confront the court

• Confess to witchcraft

• Protect Abigail

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Abigail reveal to John about the trial?

• That his wife will be freed

• That she will be exiled

• That she will be condemned

• That she will be pardoned

What does Mary Warren confess in court?

• She was possessed

• She lied about seeing spirits

• She was threatened by John

• She saw spirits

What is the significance of Giles Corey's last words?

• He revealed a conspiracy

• He accused Abigail

• He confessed to witchcraft

• He refused to answer the charges

What does Elizabeth Proctor reveal about her husband in court?

• He is innocent

• He is guilty of lechery

• He is a witch

• He is a liar

Why does John Proctor refuse to sign the confession?

• He wants to save his wife

• He believes it is a lie

• He is afraid of the court

• He wants to protect his friends

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10