He is Betty's father and it looks bad if he has a bewitched daughter.
because he wants proctor alive and the only way to get him to confess is if goody talks to him 1st,,,,,LOL
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the doctor can find no reason for Betty's illness the doctor can find no reason for Betty's illness a jealous lover a greedy hypocrite accusing others of bewitching her she is frightened of Rev. Parris's punishment for dancing the doctor can find no reason for Betty's illness
B.TitubaC.MercyE.Betty Parris
Betty Parris, tituba, and Mercy
B.TitubaC.MercyE.Betty Parris
In the Parris household, the primary cause for concern stems from the mysterious illness afflicting Betty Parris, which has led to suspicion and fear within the community. This situation is compounded by Reverend Parris’s worries about his reputation and position in Salem, as he fears that any association with witchcraft could damage his standing. Additionally, the tension between Parris and other townspeople, including his own niece Abigail, further exacerbates the household's instability and anxiety.
Betty is Reverend Parris's daughter. She is unconcious because she fainted when she was dancing with Abigail and Tituba and he came upon them. She is not moving and many believe she has been taken by the Devil. Her father, Reverend Parris, prays over her.
Reverend Parris has sent for Reverend Hale from Beverly because he seeks expertise in dealing with the mysterious illness affecting his daughter, Betty. Parris is anxious about the rumors of witchcraft in Salem and hopes Hale, known for his knowledge of witchcraft, can help identify any supernatural influences at play. Parris is also concerned about his reputation and the potential fallout from the townspeople if the situation escalates.
In The Crucible, Betty is Reverend Parris's ten-year-old daughter. Betty falls into a strange stupor after Parris catches her and the other girls dancing in the forest with Tituba. Her illness and that of Ruth Putnam fuel the first rumors of witchcraft.
At the beginning of "The Crucible," Reverend Parris invites Reverend Hale to Salem. Parris seeks Hale's expertise in witchcraft to help address the mysterious illness affecting his daughter, Betty. He hopes that Hale's presence will validate his authority and quell the growing fears of witchcraft within the community.
Samuel Parris family was Elizabeth Parris, Thomas Parris, Betty Parris, and Susannah Parris. also, he had a niece Abigail, and two slaves Tituba, and John Indian. hope it helps(: