Act 3 of Crucible Flashcards
(44 cards)
What is the opening setting?
A private court hearing
Who is being interrogated? Of what is she accused?
Martha Corey. Killing pigs with witchcraft
Who is Hathorne?
The local judge
Who is Danforth? Why is he so important?
Deputy Governor. He is the highest official in the land.
What seems to determine a man’s worth in Puritan society?
Amount of land and children you have
Whose side does Hale seem to be on?
Farmers. (john, giles, francis)
What does Danforth want in order to hear the evidence?
He wanted the proper procedure followed.
Why will it be difficult for Danforth to accept that the girls have deceived him?
He would look foolish
Why is Mary Warren sickly looking?
Scarred of Abby killing her
What does Parris claim that Proctor is trying to do?
Hes trying to overthrow the court
What evidence is used against Proctor?
He farms on sundays. Ripped the deed.
What shocking news does Proctor hear about Elizabeth?
she is pregnant
What does Proctor claim about his wife’s character?
she never lies
What does Danforth now want Proctor to do?
He wants him to drop the charges
how does Elizabeth’s condition change things?
she will live for a year
Is the evidence heard in open court?
no
What is the first piece of evidence that Proctor gives to the court? Who is responsible for providing it?
petition signed by 91 people. Francis nurse
What does Parris seem to be doing since Proctor arrived at the court? What is his motivation?
muting him
What will happen to the 91 who signed the document?
They are all arrested
What is the second piece of paper given to the court? Who is responsible for providing it?
Deposition. Giles Corey
What did Putnam do according to Corey’s witness?
Having his daughter accuse the neighbors of witchcraft so he can buy land
What happens to Giles Corey?
Giles gets arrested
Why does Hale speak up for the men?
Hes starting to doubt the witchcraft stuff is real
What does Danforth say about those who fear the courts?
He says that they have something to hide.
