Parris's motive for discrediting Mary Warren in court stems from his desire to maintain authority and control over the Salem community during the witch trials. He fears that Mary, by speaking out against the court and its proceedings, could undermine the legitimacy of the trials and his own position as a minister. Additionally, Parris is motivated by self-preservation, as he is concerned about the repercussions of the trials on his reputation and influence. Discrediting Mary helps to deflect attention away from his own vulnerabilities.
Reverand Parris accuses John of trying to overthrow the court
Parris asks Mary Warren to go to the court and testify about the events happening in Salem, specifically regarding the witch trials. He wants her to help discredit the accusations and defend his authority, as he is concerned about the growing hysteria and its impact on his reputation. Additionally, Parris is keen on ensuring that the truth is revealed, as he fears for his own standing in the community.
Marry Warren.On page 87, Parris says, "Mary Warren! What are you about here?And Proctor responds "She would speak with the Deputy Governor."
mercy lewis and abigail williams have stolen parris's money and disappeared
Reverend Parris expresses concern about John Proctor's presence in court, viewing him as a threat to the authority of the court and the ongoing witch trials. He believes Proctor's influence and reputation could undermine the court's legitimacy and sway public opinion against the proceedings. Parris is wary of Proctor's intentions, fearing that he may expose the truth behind the false accusations and jeopardize the power of the court.
Reverand Parris accuses John of trying to overthrow the court
Parris asks Mary Warren to go to the court and testify about the events happening in Salem, specifically regarding the witch trials. He wants her to help discredit the accusations and defend his authority, as he is concerned about the growing hysteria and its impact on his reputation. Additionally, Parris is keen on ensuring that the truth is revealed, as he fears for his own standing in the community.
Marry Warren.On page 87, Parris says, "Mary Warren! What are you about here?And Proctor responds "She would speak with the Deputy Governor."
mercy lewis and abigail williams have stolen parris's money and disappeared
Reverend Parris expresses concern about John Proctor's presence in court, viewing him as a threat to the authority of the court and the ongoing witch trials. He believes Proctor's influence and reputation could undermine the court's legitimacy and sway public opinion against the proceedings. Parris is wary of Proctor's intentions, fearing that he may expose the truth behind the false accusations and jeopardize the power of the court.
Because she is an Official of the court
Warren led the Court to many decisions that supported liberal principles.
Warren led the Court to many decisions that supported liberal principles.
The supreme court justice was Earl Warren.
"Beware of this man, Your Excellency, this man is mischief" -Parris
Earl Warren was Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) from 1953 to 1969. The so-called Warren Court is considered by many scholars to be the most activist Supreme Court in history.
Warren led the Court to many decisions that supported liberal principles.