Characters
He is deeply concerned about his wife’s safety and the state of the town.
Who is John Proctor?
John Proctor is concerned about this personal failing affecting his reputation.
What is his affair with Abigail Williams?
“I cannot think the Devil may own a woman’s soul, Mr. Hale, when she keeps an upright way, as I have.” Who says this?
Who is Elizabeth Proctor?
What crime is Elizabeth accused of in Act 2?
What is witchcraft?
The fear of being accused of witchcraft shows this major theme.
What is hysteria?
She is accused of witchcraft and tries to maintain her innocence.
Who is Elizabeth Proctor?
Abigail accuses Elizabeth mainly because she wants this.
What is to take Elizabeth’s place as John Proctor’s wife?
“Abby’ll charge lechery on you, Mr. Proctor!” What is the fear expressed here?
What is Abigail threatening to accuse John of adultery?
What does John Proctor plan to do about Abigail’s lies?
What is confess his affair and expose her manipulation?
The poppet symbolizes this in Act 2.
What is manipulation and false evidence?
He is the minister who visits the Proctors to investigate the claims of witchcraft.
Who is Reverend Hale?
Why is Reverend Hale visiting the Proctor household?
What is to determine if there is witchcraft in their home?
“We cannot look to superstition in this. The Devil is precise…” Who explains this?
Who explains this?
What happens to the poppet Mary Warren gives Elizabeth?
What is it is used as evidence of witchcraft?
Abigail’s desire for John Proctor represents this recurring theme.
What is jealousy and desire?
This servant girl brought the poppet to court as evidence against Elizabeth.
Who is Mary Warren?
Mary Warren gives Elizabeth this object, which later becomes evidence in court.
What is a poppet (doll)?
"It is a bitter night, a bitter night.” What is this line referencing?
What is the tension and fear growing in Salem?
What does Elizabeth urge John to do regarding the court?
What is go to Salem and tell the truth about Abigail?
The tension between public reputation and private guilt illustrates this theme.
What is personal integrity vs. social pressure?
She is manipulative, spreading fear and lies to protect herself.
Who is Abigail Williams?
John Proctor struggles with whether to reveal this secret to protect his wife.
What is his adultery with Abigail?
“Spare me! You forget nothin’ and forgive nothin’.” Who says this and to whom?
Who is John Proctor speaking to Elizabeth?
How does fear affect the Proctors’ relationship in Act 2?
What is it creates tension, distrust, and guilt?
The growing fear of witchcraft in Salem reflects this broader societal issue.
What is the danger of mass paranoia?