The Crucible Act 1 Flashcards
Make a list of at least five words that describe Rev. Parris
Strict, paranoid, intolerant, middle-aged, reverend, religious
What is the setting of the play?
Salem Massachusetts 1692
Describe the town
Very small village that is very religious
How did the villages residents regarding the forest and it’s Indian inhabitants?
It was dark and threatening- ungodly and and not religious; because the Indians (who were not Christians) lived there and the Puritans did not live there.
What behaviors of Betty Paris and Ruth Putnam made some feel they were possessed by witches?
They were seen dancing in the woods at night and they both became sick and unable to wake
What did Rev. Paris see in the woods?
The group of girls dancing with Tituba
Why was Abigail discharged from service at the Proctor household?
Proctor’s wife was spreading bad things about her and didn’t like her.
How did the Putnam’s feel about the possibility of witchcraft in Salem?
They believe it’s happening in Salem
What is Mary Warren’s greatest fear?
She’s afraid they will be called witches and be hung
When Betty “wakes up “what does she reveal about Abigail?
She drank blood and tried to kill proctors wife
Who is in control of the group of girls?
Abigail
Describe John Proctor. How does Abigail react to him? What does he tell her?
John Proctor is a farmer in his mid-30s; he is powerful and even-tempered.
She’s in love with him.
He doesn’t love her anymore he says nothing happened between them
What does Abigail say about the rumors of witchcraft?
She denies being a part of it; she says they only danced
Do you think Abigail really loves John Proctor
Most likely not; she’s jealous of Goody Proctor and she is caught up in forbidden love
What does Rebecca nurse believe is afflicting Betty? What caution does she offer?
She says that she is going through a stage; have patience
