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What is ann putnams motivation for hunting witches in the crucible?

In Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," Ann Putnam's motivation for hunting witches stems from her deep-seated grief and resentment over the loss of her seven infant children, whom she believes were murdered by supernatural forces. This trauma drives her to seek scapegoats for her suffering, leading her to accuse others of witchcraft in a desperate attempt to find answers and validate her pain. Additionally, her desire for revenge against those she perceives as responsible for her misfortunes, particularly Rebecca Nurse, further fuels her actions in the witch hunt.


What is mercy Lewis relationship to the Putnam's?

Mercy Lewis is a servant in the household of Thomas and Ann Putnam in Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible." She is depicted as a close confidante of the Putnams, particularly Ann, who is deeply involved in the witch trials. Mercy's relationship with the Putnams is marked by their shared interests in accusing others of witchcraft, which serves to advance their own agendas and grievances within the community. Her loyalty to the Putnams reflects the intertwining of personal and societal conflicts during the Salem witch trials.


What is the narrative hook of the novel The Crucible?

In the opening of act 1 (outset to when the Putnams arrive) the talk of dancing in the forest acts as a narrative hook as it furthers the explanation of what happened the night before more and more as the opening goes on.


There is a prodigious danger in the seeking out of loose spirits.?

The quote, spoken by Rebecca in the crucible, discusses the banning of witchery in Salem and the risks that come with witchcraft. She speaks to the Putnams and Parris. The quote shows the Salem citizens ideas of that time period.


Rebecca nurse gets accused of killing putnams children in The Crucible by Arthur Miller?

rebecca nurse is accused of killing all but one of the putnam's children, goody putnam and her husband believe this because she helped birth every one.

Related Questions

Why didn't the Putnams like the nurses?

The Putnams did not like the nurses because they were black and the Putnams are racist.


Who are the four females involved in the incident of the Crucible?

Tituba, the Parris' servant from Barbados Abigail, Reverend Parris' niece Betty Parris, the 10 year old daughter of Rev. Parris Mercy Lewis, the servant of the Putnams


What is the narrative hook of the novel The Crucible?

In the opening of act 1 (outset to when the Putnams arrive) the talk of dancing in the forest acts as a narrative hook as it furthers the explanation of what happened the night before more and more as the opening goes on.


There is a prodigious danger in the seeking out of loose spirits.?

The quote, spoken by Rebecca in the crucible, discusses the banning of witchery in Salem and the risks that come with witchcraft. She speaks to the Putnams and Parris. The quote shows the Salem citizens ideas of that time period.


Rebecca nurse gets accused of killing putnams children in The Crucible by Arthur Miller?

rebecca nurse is accused of killing all but one of the putnam's children, goody putnam and her husband believe this because she helped birth every one.


Who were Thomas Putnams enemies in his land?

John Proctor


Mercy Lewis relationship to the putnams?

Mercy Lewis was a servant for the Putnam household.


What was the conflict between parris and the putnams?

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Why is rebecca nurse in jail?

she's charged with murder. they think she killed goody putnams babies


What type of witchcraft is rebecca accused of?

I assume you're talking about Rebecca Nurse. She was accused of spiritually murdering seven children of her husband's neighbor and enemy, Mrs. Putnam, all of whom died suddenly after birth. The Putnams had a land dispute with Rebecca's husband. See literary references: "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller and "A Break with Charity" (I forget author's name.)


What role did abigail play in the Salem witch trials?

I like this question, if only because it proves my point that the Crucible has corrupted the public knowledge of the Salem trials. Ruth Putnam is a creation of Arthur Miller for his play. I figure that Ruth is actually Ann Putnam the younger and Miller renamed her to lessen the confusion of having two Ann Putnams, mother and daughter, in the dialogue.


How did putnam benefit in the witch trials?

Many people the Putnams had disputes with were accused. Whether or not this is a coincidence, we do not know.