He is the first villager to claim witches are in Salem. He has one living child and seven others that died at birth. Involved in land disputes with the Nurses.
Who is Thomas Putnam?
This is the person Abigail claims is slandering her name around Salem.
Who is Goody Proctor?
What is a reason Miller gives for people accusing others of witchcraft?
--opportunity to blame one's sins on the victim
--chance for accusers to get revenge on someone who has wronged or offended them
--discomfort with changing times and attitudes that are leading to more freedom
He provides the comic relief in the play. He is worried his wife is reading "strange books." He has been involved in many lawsuits.
Who is Giles Corey?