The Crucible: Test Review

A collection of vocabulary flashcards based on key themes, characters, and quotations from 'The Crucible' for test preparation.

Grudges

Deep-seated feelings of resentment or ill will, often playing a critical role in the hysteria during the witch trials.

Powerless Individuals

Characters whose empowerment is showcased through the witch trials, highlighting their ability to influence and control the narrative.

Conflict

John Proctor's internal struggle which evolves throughout the play, reflecting themes of guilt, integrity, and redemption.

Elizabeth vs. Abigail

A comparison of the two characters that explores themes of morality, loyalty, and the consequences of desire.

Authorities' Resistance

The reluctance of Salem's leaders to accept that the accusations are false, stemming from fear of losing control and power.

Salem Government

A theocratic system that plays a pivotal role in the witch trials, merging religious and civil authority.

Reverend Hale's Transformation

The character arc of Hale, who initially supports the trials but eventually seeks to save the innocent and denounces the court's actions.

Key Quotation - Act I

‘I want the light of God, I want the sweet love of Jesus!’ - Illustrates the desire for redemption and the weight of guilt.

Key Quotation - Act III

‘You must understand, sir, that a person is either with this court or he must be counted against it.’ - Highlights the stark dichotomy present in Salem's justice.

Key Quotation - Act IV

‘How may I live without my name? I have given you my soul; leave me my name!’ - Reflects Proctor's struggle with identity and integrity.

John Proctor

A tragic hero who grapples with his guilt and seeks redemption throughout the play.

Abigail Williams

The primary antagonist whose manipulations and desires drive much of the hysteria in Salem.

Reverend John Hale

A minister who evolves from a firm believer in the witch trials to a critic of the injustice they engender.

Elizabeth Proctor

John Proctor's wife, representing virtue and the impact of the witch trials on personal relationships.

Reverend Parris

The self-serving minister of Salem whose fears and ambitions fuel the trials.

Francis Nurse

A respected landowner who advocates for justice during the trials.

Rebecca Nurse

A moral center of the community, known for her piety and kindness, unjustly accused of witchcraft.

Ann Putnam

A woman driven by grief and envy, whose accusations contribute to the witch hunt.

Thomas Putnam

An opportunistic landowner who manipulates the trials for personal gain.

Giles Corey

A courageous character who challenges the court’s authority and faces dire consequences.

Mary Warren

A character caught between doing the right thing and succumbing to peer pressure.

Betty Parris

The Parris' daughter whose illness incites the witchcraft panic.

Martha Corey

Accused of witchcraft due to her knowledge of healing, showcasing the absurdity of the trials.