Exploring The Crucible Act I

What dramatic liberties did Arthur Miller take in 'The Crucible'?

• He changed the setting to New York.

• He altered the ending of the story.

• He fused multiple characters into one.

• He added fictional events.

What is the initial reaction of Reverend Parris to Betty's illness?

• He immediately suspects witchcraft.

• He blames Abigail for it.

• He believes it is a natural illness.

• He thinks she is pretending.

Why does Mrs. Putnam believe there is witchcraft in Salem?

• She heard rumors from other towns.

• Her daughter Ruth is acting strangely.

• She saw a witch in her house.

• She wants to get rid of Reverend Parris.

What does Abigail confess to John Proctor about their relationship?

• She hates him for leaving her.

• She wants to marry him.

• She still loves him and waits for him every night.

• She never loved him.

How does John Proctor respond to Abigail's advances?

• He plans to expose her lies.

• He confesses his love for her.

• He tells her to forget about him.

• He agrees to run away with her.

What is the initial reaction of Rebecca Nurse to the accusations of witchcraft?

• She supports the accusations.

• She remains neutral.

• She is horrified and skeptical.

• She accuses others herself.

What is Reverend Hale's primary goal upon arriving in Salem?

• To support Reverend Parris.

• To convert the villagers.

• To find and eradicate witchcraft.

• To punish the accused.

How does Abigail Williams react when questioned about the events in the forest?

• She accuses Reverend Parris.

• She denies everything.

• She confesses immediately.

• She blames Tituba.

What does Tituba confess to under pressure from Reverend Hale?

• She remains silent.

• She admits to witchcraft and names others.

• She accuses Abigail of lying.

• She denies all accusations.

What is the reaction of the villagers to the escalating accusations and confessions?

• They remain calm and rational.

• They become increasingly hysterical.

• They ignore the accusations.

• They leave the village.