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Who was the first person accused of witchcraft?
Tituba
What year does the crucible take place?
1692
What does Abigail do to try and get herself out of trouble, after being caught dancing in the woods?
Accuses Tituba of witchcraft
What theme from the 1950s is the crucible commenting on?
mccarthyism
Who made a doll for Goody Proctor?
Mary Warren
How many people were actually accused in the real trials?
200
What conclusion does Goody Putnam have for the death of her children?
She says that a witch is a responsible for their deaths.
What is the literal definition of a crucible?
a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures.
Who was the Puritan minister in Salem during the Witch Trials?
Reverend Parris
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Why do the people of Salem falsely confess to witchcraft?
20
Who was Ezekiel Cheever?
Appointed by the court to assist in arresting accused individuals.
How were witches actually killed?
Burned to death
Which commandment does John Proctor forget
When was the first performance of the crucible?
1953
Who was the husband of Martha, who got accused of witchcraft?
Giles Corey
What animal was also accused of witchcraft?
Two dogs
What does Abigail do at the end of the play?
She robs her uncle and then flees Salem.
What was the system of government in Salem?
Theocracy-God was the true leader of society