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Crucible Quiz 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is wrong with Betty Parris? | She can't be woken up. |
| How does Tituba react to Betty's condition? | She is very concerned and worried she'll be blamed. |
| What news does Susanna bring from the doctor? | There is no medicine to help Betty. |
| What rumors are circulating about Betty? | That she was seen flying over a barn/ could be a witch. |
| What excuse does Abigail give for the girls being in the woods? | She says they were just playing around. |
| Why is Rev. Parris so worried about his reputation? | He wants to keep his job/can't be accused of witchcraft |
| What does Rev. Parris see in the woods? | a girl running naked and a dress on the ground |
| What does Abigail claim is the reason she was discharged from the Proctor household? | She says Mrs. Proctor hates her because she wouldn't be her slave. |
| In what condition is Ruth Putnam? | She can't move or talk; similar to Betty |
| Briefly describe Thomas Putnam | selfish, greedy, grudge-holding |
| Why did Mrs. Putnam enlist Tituba's help? | She wanted to contact the spirits of her miscarried babies |
| Why did Abigail drink blood? | It's part of the charm to kill Mrs. Proctor |
| How does Abigail threaten the other girls? | She says she'll kill them |
| Briefly describe John Proctor. | farmer, morally upright, he had an affair with Abby |
| What happens when John and Abigail are left alone? | They flirt, she tries to seduce him; he refuses and says it is over |
| What does Rebecca Nurse say about Betty and Ruth's sickness? | she says they are just playing and they're children |
| Why is Reverend Parris dissatisfied with his job in Salem? | he thinks he should get more pay and respect |
| About what are Proctor and Putnam fighting? | a claim to land/property |
| Describe Rev. Hale. For what reason has he been called to Salem? | expert in witchcraft and came to see if there was witchcraft at work in Salem |
| What is Giles Corey's complaint about his wife? | she reads strange books |
| Why does Tituba finally "confess"? | she wanted to save herself; others will be accused and hanged |
| Why do you think the girls begin their accusations when they could have just let Tituba take the blame for everything? | they want to accuse more people and get revenge on others. |
| What does the girls' behavior tell you about the youth of Salem? | they're devious |