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The Crucible: Themes, Confessions, and Character Transformations in Salem

This analysis explores the thematic depth of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," focusing on the significance of the title and its metaphorical implications. It delves into the motivations behind characters like Parris and Hale regarding confessions, the moral dilemmas they face, and how these reflect societal disintegration in Salem. The examination extends to the tragic fate of Giles Corey, the complexities of Proctor and Elizabeth's relationship, and key dialogues that highlight character evolution and moral integrity amid chaos.

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The Crucible: Themes, Confessions, and Character Transformations in Salem

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  1. Act IV 121 white book

  2. Actors

  3. Actors

  4. How does the Title fit the book? Crucible means • = vessel used to melt materials • = bottom of ore furnace in which molten metal collects • =severe test of trial • = orig. lamp kept burning in front of crucifix of cross

  5. Why does Parris want Proctor and Rebecca to confess? • Why does Hale want Proctor to confess?

  6. Describe the change in Hale’s character • Why won’t Danforth postpone the hangings or pardon the accused? • What happened to Giles Corey? How is this ironic?

  7. What is life like in Salem and how does this mirror the disintegration of society? • Why won’t Elizabeth tell John what to do? • What caused Elizabeth’s character to change so?

  8. Does Proctor confess? Why/why not? • Explain Elizabeth’s line “He have his goodness now. God forbid I should take it away.”

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