The Crucible: Key Court Events

In Act 3 of the Salem Witch Trials, tensions rise as Giles Corey interrupts the proceedings, accusing Thomas Putnam of ulterior motives. Mary Warren confesses to lying about seeing spirits, but the court remains skeptical. Giles is arrested for contempt when he refuses to name his source. Abigail Williams manipulates the court, leading to further chaos. John Proctor's attempts to expose the truth are thwarted, resulting in his arrest and Reverend Hale's resignation.

What accusation does Giles Corey make against Thomas Putnam?

• That he wants to buy land

• That he is bribing the judge

• That he is a witch

• That he is lying about his wife

Why does Judge Hawthorne pause the proceedings?

• To consult with Danforth

• Because of Giles' interruption

• To have lunch

• To review evidence

What surprising confession does Mary Warren make?

• She is a witch

• She has never seen spirits

• She is in love with John Proctor

• She plans to leave Salem

What does John Proctor present to the court?

• Signatures attesting to the good character of the accused

• A confession of witchcraft

• A letter from the governor

• A map of Salem

Why is Giles Corey arrested?

• For lying under oath

• For witchcraft

• For attacking a judge

• For contempt of court

What does Abigail do when questioned by Danforth?

• Runs out of the courtroom

• Accuses Mary of bewitching her

• Admits to the affair with John

• Confesses to lying

What does John Proctor reveal to the court?

• His plan to leave Salem

• His belief in witchcraft

• His affair with Abigail

• His secret alliance with Giles

Why does Elizabeth lie to the court?

• To protect her husband's reputation

• To save herself from execution

• To accuse Abigail

• To gain favor with Danforth

What do Abigail and the other girls claim about Mary?

• She is their leader

• She is innocent

• She is attacking them with her spirit

• She is a saint

What drastic action does Mary Warren take?

• She accuses John of witchcraft

• She confesses to being a witch

• She runs away

• She attacks Abigail