Reputation Quotes Flashcards
Quote 1 - Proctor
“There are many others who stay away from church these days because you hardly ever mention God any more.”
“I have trouble enough without I come five mile to hear him preach only hellfire and bloody damnation. Take it to heart, Mr. Parris. There are many others who stay away from church these days because you hardly ever mention God any more.” - what does this quote display
This quote shows that Reverend Parris’s reputation suffers because he focuses on fear and damnation rather than God’s teachings, causing people to avoid his sermons and question his authority
Quote 2 - Abigail
“My name is good in the village! I will not have it said my name is soiled! Goody Proctor is a gossiping liar!”
“My name is good in the village! I will not have it said my name is soiled! Goody Proctor is a gossiping liar!” - what does this quote display
This highlights the importance of reputation in Salem, where one’s name and social standing are crucial
Abigial fiercely defends her reputation, showing her desperation to avoid public shame
Quote 3 - Proctor
“I speak my own sins; I cannot judge another…I have no tongue for it.”
“I speak my own sins; I cannot judge another…I have no tongue for it.” - what does this quote display
This show’s John Proctor’s integrity and personal accountability. He values honestly and refuses to judge others, focusing and confessing his own sins rather than preserving his reputation by condemning others
Quote 4 - Proctor
“Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life.”
“Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life.” - what does this quote show
This quote displays John Proctor’s deep commitment to his reputation and identity
He understands that his name represents his integrity, and he refuses tarnish it, even at the cost of his life
