Comprehension
What is the setting of Act II?
The home of John and Elizabeth Proctor
Each time I take a day off, I feel the condemnation from my supervisors.
What am I feeling?
Very strong disapproval
What does John Proctor think about Mary Warren's behavior?
It is hypocritical
Man vs. Man is an example of:
External Conflict
"No more! I should have roared you down when first you told me your suspicion. But I wilted, and, like a Christian, I confessed. Confessed!"
John Proctor
Describe the relationship between Elizabeth and John?
They care about each other but have not fully moved past their issues regarding the affair.
The case was quite complex, so the proceedings went on for many months.
What is the definition of proceedings, as used in this context?
Events in the court of law
What is one reason for John's strong response toward his Wife's prodding about his whereabouts in Salem?
He carries the guilt of what he has done despite confessing to it.
Man vs. Himself is an example of:
Internal Conflict
"Nonsense! Mister, I have myself examined Tituba, Sarah Good, and numerous others that have confessed to dealing with the Devil!"
Reverend Hale
Why does Proctor think Abigail accuses Elizabeth of witchcraft?
Abby wants revenge on Proctor for rejecting her.
Hearing cases, issuing warrants, and making decisions are duties of a:
Magistrate
How might you describe Reverend Hale, based on his interview with John Proctor?
He whole-heartedly believes in the work he is doing to exile the devil.
The five stages of a plot's dramatic arc are:
IN THE CORRECT ORDER :)
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
"I think, maybe, we have been too hard with Mr. Parris. I think so. But sure we never loved the Devil here."
Elizabeth
What is the main reasons for Reverend Hale's visit?
He is trying to get information about them in order to evaluate them.
Define case in regard to the legal definition
A suit of action in law
According to John Proctor, what appears to be the source of all problems in Salem?
Vengeance
The exchange between Mary Warren and John proctor can be categorized into which of the five stages of plot?
Rising Action
"The girl, the Williams girl, Abigail Williams, sir, she sat to dinner in reverend Parris' house tonight, and without word or warning, she falls to the floor. Like a struck beast, he says, and screamed a scream that a bull would weep to hear."
Cheever
What is the connection between the needle found in the poppet, and the needle discovered in Abigail's belly?
Abigail is trying to frame Elizabeth with the poppet Mary Warren sewed for her.
Define acquittal in regard to its legal definition.
A decision by judge or jury that someone who is accused of a crime is NOT guilty
What concept does this quote convey:
"That bloody mongrel Walcott charge her. Y'see, he buy a pig of my wife...and the pig died soon...Now he goes to court and claims that from that day to this he cannot keep a pig alive...because my Martha bewitch them..."
It shows Walcott's vindictive/vengeful nature.
What is the internal conflict that Reverend Hale is struggling with?
He feels guilty for allowing the events of Salem to spiral out of control.
"Conjures me? Why no sir, I am entirely myself, I think."