In Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," Reverend Parris tries to get the accused to confess to witchcraft primarily to save his own reputation and position in Salem. He fears that if innocent people are hanged, it will lead to public backlash against him and undermine his authority as a minister. By encouraging confessions, he aims to preserve the court's legitimacy and maintain order in the community, even at the cost of truth and justice.
Reverend Parris and Reverend Hale.
Abigial was the one accused for witchcraft
Reverend John Hale
Reverend Hale is a passionate and learned minister in Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible," initially summoned to Salem to investigate the presence of witchcraft. He is a firm believer in the legitimacy of the witch trials but undergoes a profound transformation as he witnesses the hysteria and injustice unfolding in the town. Ultimately, Hale becomes an advocate for truth and justice, urging the accused to confess to save their lives, and he denounces the court's actions, signifying his moral redemption. His journey reflects the themes of integrity and the dangers of blind faith in authority.
john proctor i think
Reverend Parris and Reverend Hale.
First he has him recite his commandments and he forgets adultery; then Reverend Hale wants John to confess because he believes that dying is a worse sin than lying.
Abigial was the one accused for witchcraft
Reverend John Hale
john proctor i think
the boss
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Abigail Williams, Judge Cheever, and Reverend Paris in court.
When Abigail is accused of witchcraft, she is quick to blame Tituba. She says that Tituba influences her spirit to make her laugh in church.
Thomas Putnam
In the crucible, what happened first was the spreading of rumors that Betty,the daughter of Reverend Parris is sick because of witchcraft.
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