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The Crucible How is Reverend hale a foil to Reverend Parris?

Parris wants to save his reputation while Hale wants to save the people.


Why does reverend hale tell the accused witches to confess?

Reverend Hale was the Puritan pastor during the Salem Witch Trials. He told the witches to confess falsely in order to save their lives.


What happened to Reverend hale after the witch hunt madness ended?

After the witch hunt madness ended in Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," Reverend Hale experiences deep remorse and disillusionment over his role in the trials. He becomes an advocate for justice and seeks to save those wrongfully accused, urging them to confess to avoid execution. Hale's transformation reflects his recognition of the dangers of fanaticism and the importance of integrity, ultimately leading him to reject the court's proceedings and advocate for truth. He leaves Salem, burdened by guilt and the weight of his past actions.


What does Reverend parris and Reverend hale ask elizabeth to do?

Reverend Parris and Reverend Hale ask Elizabeth Proctor to convince her husband, John Proctor, to confess to witchcraft and save himself from execution. They believe that a confession, even if false, could help him avoid death and serve the community. Their request is rooted in a desire to maintain order and prevent further turmoil in Salem, despite the moral implications of such a confession.


What is reverend hale's advice to john proctor as he is about to read his disposition before the court?

Reverend Hale's advice to John Proctor is that he should simply admit to being a witch to save himself because "life is God's most precious gift."