Characters
Main judge during the trials
Deputy Governor Danforth
Tells only one lie, but it is at a crucial time in the play
Elizabeth Proctor
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"A person's superstition can override their logic"
Ann Putnam, Reverend Hale
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"A person's good reputation must be protected at all costs"
Parris, Elizabeth Proctor
What is ironic about Reverend Hale attempting to save people by telling them to lie and falsely confess to witchcraft?
Reverend Hale is the reason the trials got so intense in the first place, and now he is a minister telling people to sin.
Wants John Proctor to leave his wife for her
Abigail Williams
Finds a dagger in his door and is afraid he will be attacked
Reverend Parris
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"The desire to preserve reputation has the power to corrupt"
Reverend Parris
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"Trust, once broken, is difficult to repair"
Elizabeth Proctor, John Proctor
What was the mood of Reverend Hale when he first arrived in Salem?
Optimistic and confident
Reacts violently when his wife is arrested and chained
John Proctor
Tells John Proctor that the girls are telling lies, but in fear changes her mind
Mary Warren
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"A person's social standing affects their credibility"
Tituba, Proctor, Parris
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"History repeats itself"
What reasons does John Proctor give for being absent from church?
He disliked the minister (Parris)
Accused, but is not executed or condemned
Elizabeth Proctor
loves Betty and only wants to save and protect her
Tituba
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"Hysteria can corrupt the judgement of even the most logical person"
Reverend Hale
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"Beliefs can be clouded by the desire for material things"
Parris, Proctor, Abigail
Why does Parris want John Proctor to confess?
To keep the village happy so he can keep his position as minister
Quits the court when John Proctor is arrested
Reverend John Hale
Has his daughter accuse his neighbor in order to take over their land
Thomas Putnam
What character could demonstrate this theme?
Those who attain power are often willing to lie to keep it"
Parris, Abigail, Thomas Putnam
What character could demonstrate this theme?
"In the end, rationality will always conquer lies"
Proctor
Why is Danforth unable to pardon John Proctor at the end of the play?
He is prideful and he does not want his past convictions questioned