ESSAY Flashcards
(56 cards)
What act of betrayal occurs between Proctor and Abigail in ‘The Crucible’?
An extramarital affair.
How does Proctor’s affair affect his marriage?
It creates an emotional ravine between Proctor and Elizabeth.
What dramatic techniques does Miller use to showcase the effects of Proctor’s betrayal?
Characterisation, audience reactions, and key scenes.
What does Abigail recall in her conversation with Proctor?
She recalls the affair stating, ‘you clutched my back and sweated like a stallion.’
How does Proctor’s character portray moral failing?
He is seen as a hypocrite in a Puritanical society.
What does Proctor express when he says, ‘I will cut off my hand before I reach for you again’?
His desire to sever ties with Abigail.
In the second act, what does Proctor offer Elizabeth as an attempt to mend their relationship?
A kiss.
How does Elizabeth respond to Proctor’s kiss?
She just ‘receives it,’ showcasing emotional distance.
What does Proctor mean by saying, ‘Your justice could freeze beer, Elizabeth’?
He expresses annoyance at her coldness and inability to forgive.
What does the line ‘it’s winter in here yet’ symbolize?
The cold atmosphere resulting from Proctor’s betrayal.
Who orchestrates Elizabeth’s arrest in the second act?
Abigail.
What is Proctor’s main motivation in the third act?
To save Elizabeth from the consequences of being arrested for witchcraft.
What does Proctor brand Abigail during his attempt to save Elizabeth?
‘Whore, whore!’
What act of loyalty does Elizabeth perform in court?
She lies and states, ‘No sir,’ denying Proctor’s involvement in the affair.
What is the dramatic irony in Elizabeth’s lie in court?
She is unaware of Proctor’s earlier confession of the affair.
What does Elizabeth mean when she states, ‘he has his goodness now’?
She acknowledges Proctor’s moral integrity despite his fate.
How does Miller depict the evolution of Proctor and Elizabeth’s relationship?
Through contrasting stage directions of their kisses.
What themes are expertly explored in ‘The Crucible’?
INTEGRITY, LOVE, HYSTERIA
Fill in the blank: The affair between Proctor and Abigail leads to a _______ in Proctor’s marriage.
emotional ravine
True or False: Proctor’s public admission of the affair enhances his reputation in Salem.
False.
What is the significance of the cold kiss in the second act?
It symbolizes the emotional distance between Proctor and Elizabeth.
What does the play ultimately depict about the nature of trust in relationships?
Trust can be destroyed by betrayal but can also be rebuilt.
What does Abigail recall that forces Proctor to face his moral failing?
The affair, stating ‘you clutched my back and sweated like a stallion’
This moment reveals Proctor’s hypocrisy in a puritanical society.
How is Proctor portrayed as a character after Abigail’s revelation?
Flawed yet human; torn between guilt and redemption
Proctor’s character showcases the struggle between personal integrity and societal expectations.
