Destroying Drama: Arthur Miller, The Crucible - Act 1 Summary

The video provides a summary of Act 1 of The Crucible by Arthur Miller, set in 1692 Salem. It begins with Betty's mysterious illness, leading to suspicions of witchcraft. Reverend Parris questions Abigail, who denies wrongdoing and blames Tituba. As tensions rise, accusations of witchcraft spread, involving key characters like John Proctor and Reverend Hale. The act ends with a chaotic blame game, leaving the truth uncertain.

What is the initial reaction of Reverend Parris to the suggestion of witchcraft as the cause of Betty's illness?

• He accuses Abigail of being a witch.

• He dismisses it but seeks a second opinion from Reverend Hale.

• He immediately believes it and calls for a witch hunt.

• He agrees and starts praying for Betty's recovery.

What does Abigail claim was the reason for Betty's fainting in the woods?

• She was bitten by a snake.

• She was shocked by being discovered.

• She was possessed by a spirit.

• She was overwhelmed by the heat.

What accusation does Betty make against Abigail when she briefly awakens?

• Abigail was planning to run away.

• Abigail tried to summon the devil.

• Abigail drank blood to harm Elizabeth Proctor.

• Abigail stole money from Reverend Parris.

How does Abigail manipulate the other girls after Betty's accusation?

• She asks them to leave Salem immediately.

• She tells them to confess to witchcraft.

• She promises them money to keep quiet.

• She threatens them to stick to the story of dancing.

What does Reverend Hale do upon his arrival in Salem?

• He begins questioning Abigail and Tituba.

• He performs an exorcism on Betty.

• He immediately arrests Abigail.

• He declares the town free of witchcraft.

Who does Tituba accuse of witchcraft under pressure from Reverend Parris?

• Reverend Hale and Thomas Putnam

• Sarah Osborne and Sarah Good

• Elizabeth Proctor and Mercy Lewis

• Abigail Williams and John Proctor

What is the outcome of the accusations made by Abigail and Betty?

• The town dismisses the claims as false.

• The girls are punished for lying.

• A witch hunt begins in Salem.

• Reverend Hale leaves the town.