Plot & Key Events
Question: Who first confesses to witchcraft in Act 1?
Answer: Tituba
Question: Why does Abigail begin accusing others?
Answer: To avoid punishment and protect herself.
Question: Which theme is most connected to the spread of accusations in Salem?
Answer: Fear
Question: Define hysteria.
Answer: Extreme fear or emotional excitement spreading through a group.
Mr. Kamm loves movies. What is his favorite movie franchise.
Star Wars
Question: What object is found in the Proctor home that is used as evidence against Elizabeth?
Answer: The poppet
Question: Why does Mary Warren turn against Proctor in Act 3?
Answer: She is afraid of Abigail and the other girls.
Question: Which theme is shown when characters worry about how others see them?
Answer: Reputation
Question: Define theocracy.
Answer: A government ruled by religious leaders.
Mr. Kamm has 6 pets at home, can you remember what kind of pets they are? Bonus points if you remember their names.
2 Dogs (Mikey and Oakley) and 4 cats (China, Carson, Vader and Vegas)
Question: What does John Proctor admit in court to try to expose Abigail?
Answer: His affair with Abigail
Question: Why is Reverend Parris worried about the witch trials?
Answer: He fears losing his reputation and position.
Question: How does fear help the court gain power?
Answer: People confess or accuse others to protect themselves.
Question: What is being honest and having strong moral principles.
Answer: integrity
Mr. Kamm was in which branch of the military? Bonus points if you remember his rank and job.
Marine Corps, Sgt, Intelligence Specialist.
Question:Why does Elizabeth lie in court when she is asked about John and Abigail?
Answer: She wants to protect John’s reputation.
Question: Why does Hale try to convince prisoners to confess in Act 4?
Answer: He feels guilty and wants to save their lives.
Question: How does Proctor’s final decision connect to the theme of integrity?
Answer: He chooses honesty and honor over saving his life.
Question: How does hysteria affect the people of Salem?
Answer: It causes them to accuse others without proof.
Mr. Kamm loves literature, but what is his favorite genre to read? Bonus points if you can name his favorite book.
Horror, House of Leaves
Question: What event directly leads to John Proctor’s arrest?
Answer: Elizabeth lying in court
Question: Which motivation best explains Proctor’s final choice?
Answer: Protecting his integrity
Question: Which theme is most clearly shown when the court refuses to admit it may be wrong?
A. Justice
B. Authority
C. Friendship
D. Love
Answer: Authority
Question: What word best describes the Salem government?
Answer: Theocracy
Mr. Kamm also likes to game. Can you guess what is favorite game genre is. Bonus points if you can name his favorite game.
Dark Souls/Resident Evil