John Proctor does not initially seek to overturn the court itself; rather, he aims to expose the truth about the witch trials and the corruption within them. As the play progresses, his primary motivation becomes to save his wife and others wrongfully accused. Ultimately, Proctor's actions challenge the court's legitimacy, highlighting his desire for justice rather than a direct attempt to dismantle the court system. His struggle reflects a broader critique of authority and moral integrity.
Abigail wants to have sexual intercourse with John Proctor, so she sleeps with him.
John Proctor recants his confession. He refuses to tarnish his good name and to set a bad example for his sons. Proctor also does not want to dishonor people like Rebecca Nurse and Martha Corey by giving a false confession to the court.
he wanted her to tell Danforth the truth, that the girls (Abigail and the other girls) were just faking this whole hysteria.
She doesn't want to be seen as a harlot, it makes her appear to be a liar to the court so she must deny the accusations.
the black people and jews.
Abigail wants to have sexual intercourse with John Proctor, so she sleeps with him.
John Proctor and Mary had a brief affair, Mary is in love with John Proctor and when John tells her that he made a mistake and has no intention of ever leaving his wife for her Mary feels betrayed. Since she cannot have John she will revert to any action which will bring harm to him or especially his wife Goody Proctor. John seeks to protect his wife from potential public humiliation in attempting to discredit Mary and prevent her from taking the stand.
John Proctor recants his confession. He refuses to tarnish his good name and to set a bad example for his sons. Proctor also does not want to dishonor people like Rebecca Nurse and Martha Corey by giving a false confession to the court.
The candlesticks
Proctor doesn't want Mary to go back to court because it will further involve him. He doesn't believe the girls who are making the accusations, but the court is being unfair and unjust to those accused.
he wanted her to tell Danforth the truth, that the girls (Abigail and the other girls) were just faking this whole hysteria.
She doesn't want to be seen as a harlot, it makes her appear to be a liar to the court so she must deny the accusations.
the black people and jews.
If you are talking about The Crucible by Arthur Miller then Reverand Hale wants John Proctor to take his knowledge of Abagail's lies to the court and expose her. John is hesitant to do so for fear that Abagail will tell everyone about their affair
Because mary used his dildo so he doesnt want her there.
Because mary used his dildo so he doesnt want her there.
John Proctor's church