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Use the whole witchcraft scandal to try to get more land
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Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam of what?
"Reaching for land," or buying up the confiscated property of neighbors accused and convicted of witchcraft.
As Act III opens what accusation does Giles Corey make?
Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam, saying that he was overheard telling his daughter to accuse George Jacobs of witchcraft so that he can buy his land when he is prosecuted
What does Giles Corey accuse Thomas Putnam in act 3?
In Act 3 of "The Crucible," Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam of using the witch trials to acquire land. He claims that Putnam is manipulating the situation by prompting his daughter to accuse George Jacobs of witchcraft, knowing that Jacobs' execution would allow Putnam to purchase his forfeited land. This accusation highlights the underlying greed and self-interest that fuel the hysteria in Salem.
What dialog between proctor Giles Corey and Putnam reveal about Putnam history fighting with neighbors?
In the dialogue between Giles Corey and Thomas Putnam in Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," it becomes evident that Putnam has a history of exploiting conflicts with his neighbors for personal gain. Giles accuses Putnam of using the witch trials to acquire land from those who are accused and executed, highlighting Putnam's opportunistic nature. This interaction underscores Putnam's willingness to manipulate the hysteria for his own benefit, revealing a pattern of greed and animosity towards his neighbors.
What does giles Corey say is thomas putnam's main motivation?
He wants to get revenge! ;]
Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam of what?
"Reaching for land," or buying up the confiscated property of neighbors accused and convicted of witchcraft.
As Act III opens what accusation does Giles Corey make?
Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam, saying that he was overheard telling his daughter to accuse George Jacobs of witchcraft so that he can buy his land when he is prosecuted
What does giles Corey say is thomas putnam's main motivation?
He wants to get revenge! ;]
What accusation does giles Corey make against thomas putnam?
a land grab
Why is giles Corey expelled from court?
Giles is expelled for interrupting the case by shouting at Thomas Putnam over land disputes.
What are john proctor attitudes toward his land?
In Act I, John and Giles Corey get into an argument with Thomas Putnam about his land. According to John and Giles, Putnam claims that he owns land that does not belong to him.
What accusation does Giles Corey make?
Giles Corey accuses Thomas Putnam of being an opportunist of the worst kind, attempting to benefit from the witch-trials by putting himself in a position to purchase the land of those individuals condemned to hang. "Giles Corey accuses him of taking advantage of accused landowners' plights. Knowing that the convicted will be forced to sell their land for much less than it is worth, Putnam is all too eager to attain these properties at cut-rate prices." "He has many grievances, and his vengeful, angry behavior seems to stem from his desire for power and possessions." There are already disputes over land rights swirling around the town, so Corey just points out how Putnam is ready to add to his holdings.
What is Giles Corey's informant saying about Thomas Putnam?
Giles Corey’s informant claims that Thomas Putnam is manipulating the witch trials for personal gain, specifically to acquire land from those accused of witchcraft. The informant suggests that Putnam is using the hysteria to target his neighbors and benefit financially at their expense. This allegation highlights the underlying greed and corruption entwined with the panic of the Salem witch trials.
According to Giles Corey what is Thomas Putnam guilty of?
Urging his daughter to "cry witch" against his neighbor so he could buy his property.
Who filed a law suit in The Crucible by Arthur Miller?
Giles Corey filed a law suit against Thomas Putnam for taking his land.
Why did giles Corey get ejected from the courtroom?
Giles refses to give the court the names of the man who overheard putnam
Who complains that his wife reads books in The Crucible by Arthur Miller?
Giles Corey. His wife is then accused of witchcraft because of this. Hence why he goes to plead with Governor Danforth in Act 3 of 'The Crucible'
