She didn't tell about the affair because she thought that Danforth didn't know and she was just trying to save John's good name in the town.
mostly Abigail, then proctor, elizabeth,danforth, cheever, hale, hathorne and lastly parris.
Elizabeth Proctor lies to Danforth by claiming that her husband, John Proctor, is an upstanding man and has not committed adultery with Abigail Williams. She is unaware that John has already confessed to the affair in a previous court scene, believing her lie will protect him. Her attempt to shield John ultimately backfires, as her dishonesty undermines his credibility and contributes to the court's belief in Abigail's fabricated claims.
In The Crucible, Danforth summons Elizabeth Proctor because John Proctor stated that Elizabeth never lies. Danforth wants her to confirm John's story.
When Danforth asks Elizabeth Proctor about her husband John's claim that he had an affair with Abigail Williams, she initially hesitates but ultimately lies to protect John, saying that he has not committed adultery. Her intention is to shield his reputation, but this decision inadvertently contributes to the tragedy of the situation, as it undermines John's testimony and leads to further complications in the court's proceedings. Elizabeth's lie reflects her deep love for John and her desire to support him, even at great personal risk.
Darforth Tells John That Elizabeth Is Pregnant
He (Danforth) told Abigail and john proctor to turn their back while he is asking Elizabeth but Elizabeth glance at john proctor for a hint and Danforth insist that Elizabeth look at him only.
mostly Abigail, then proctor, elizabeth,danforth, cheever, hale, hathorne and lastly parris.
In The Crucible, Danforth summons Elizabeth Proctor because John Proctor stated that Elizabeth never lies. Danforth wants her to confirm John's story.
He tells danforth that he had an affair with Abigail because he knew Abigail would bring it up anyways in court
When Danforth asks Elizabeth Proctor about her husband John's claim that he had an affair with Abigail Williams, she initially hesitates but ultimately lies to protect John, saying that he has not committed adultery. Her intention is to shield his reputation, but this decision inadvertently contributes to the tragedy of the situation, as it undermines John's testimony and leads to further complications in the court's proceedings. Elizabeth's lie reflects her deep love for John and her desire to support him, even at great personal risk.
Darforth Tells John That Elizabeth Is Pregnant
Elizabeth stills loves John Proctor, her husband, and doesn't want to sell him out as an adulterer, oblivious to the fact that he has already confessed what he did with Abigail.
Danforth hopes that Elizabeth can persuade him to confess.
In Act 4 of The Crucible, Danforth summons Elizabeth Proctor because John Proctor stated that Elizabeth never lies. Danforth wants her to confirm John's story.
John Proctor conflicts with society because he does not believe that the children are "witched". John Proctor conflicts with his wife because he wants to forget the affair with Abigail but Elizabeth seems to hang on to the hurt the affair caused. John Proctor conflicts with Reverend Hale because Hale does not see the trials as false in time to save Elizabeth. John Proctor conflicts with Danforth in that Danforth will not let the trials stop.
John did not tell Elizabeth that he was alone with Abigail.
Abigail Williams lost her job working for Elizabeth Proctor primarily due to Elizabeth's suspicion of Abigail's intentions and her relationship with John Proctor. Abigail had an affair with John while working in the Proctor household, and after Elizabeth discovered this, she dismissed Abigail. Additionally, Abigail's manipulative behavior and her desire to replace Elizabeth further contributed to her dismissal.