Some people resent Francis Nurse due to his perceived wealth and social status, which can create feelings of envy and rivalry within the community. Additionally, his strong moral stance and willingness to stand up against the injustices occurring in Salem may alienate others who are more concerned with self-preservation than integrity. This resentment is compounded by the broader tensions and fears present during the Salem witch trials, where accusations and social dynamics often fueled animosity among neighbors.
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Rebecca Nurse - Francis Nurse's wife. Rebecca is a wise, sensible, and upright woman, held in tremendous regard by most of the Salem community. However, she falls victim to the hysteria when the Putnams accuse her of witchcraft and she refuses to confess.Francis Nurse - A wealthy, influential man in Salem. Nurse is well respected by most people in Salem, but is an enemy of Thomas Putnam and his wife.
While in court Francis Nurse has 91 people sign a petition stating that Elizabeth Proctor is innocent. When Danforth sees this petition he wants to bring in all the people that signed the petition and question them of being invalid in witchcraft themselves.
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Rebecca Nurse was a holy woman who loved God and was accused of witchcraft, Francis was Rebecca's husband and a well respected wealthy landowner in Salem
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Rebecca Nurse - Francis Nurse's wife. Rebecca is a wise, sensible, and upright woman, held in tremendous regard by most of the Salem community. However, she falls victim to the hysteria when the Putnams accuse her of witchcraft and she refuses to confess.Francis Nurse - A wealthy, influential man in Salem. Nurse is well respected by most people in Salem, but is an enemy of Thomas Putnam and his wife.
While in court Francis Nurse has 91 people sign a petition stating that Elizabeth Proctor is innocent. When Danforth sees this petition he wants to bring in all the people that signed the petition and question them of being invalid in witchcraft themselves.
i dnt know
Rebecca Nurse was a holy woman who loved God and was accused of witchcraft, Francis was Rebecca's husband and a well respected wealthy landowner in Salem
Francis Nurse was Rebecca Nurse' husband and a very respected man in Salem until his death, but even after his death we was greatly respected and appreciated.
Giles Corey and Francis Nurse arrive at the Proctor house because both of their wives were taken in for questioning about witchcraft.
Thomas Putnam
Francis Nurse is terrified when Danforth questions the people about the petition because he realizes that the signers, who are respected members of the community, could be at risk of being accused of witchcraft themselves. He understands that the court's focus on the petition might lead to a backlash against those who oppose the trials, putting their lives in jeopardy. Additionally, Francis is aware of the court's unjust nature and fears that the truth will be overshadowed by the hysteria driving the proceedings.
He was 74 during the trials in 1692.
Francis Nurse, husband to Rebecca Nurse, was highly respected in the Puritan community in Salem, Massachusetts. Francis warns Judge Danforth of Abigail's lies and accusations. Danforth cannot believe he is being coaxed. Francis: "Excellency, we have proof for your eyes; God forbid you shut them to it. The girls, sir, the girls are frauds." Danforth: "What's that?" Francis: "We have proof of it, sir. They are all deceiving you." Hathorne: "This is contempt, sir, contempt!" Danforth: "Peace Mr. Hathorne. Do you know who I am, Mr. Nurse?" Francis: "I surely do, sir, and I think you must be a wise judge to be what you are." Danforth: "And do you know that near to four hundred are in the jails from Marblehead to Lynn, and upon my signature" Francis: "I-" Danforth: "And seventy-two condemned to hang by that signature" Francis: "Excellency, I have never thought to say it to such a weighty judge, but you are being deceived."
Francis Nurse was a prominent and respected member of the Salem community during the witch trials. He and his wife, Rebecca Nurse, were accused of witchcraft in 1692, largely due to personal grudges and the hysteria surrounding the trials. While Rebecca was ultimately executed, Francis Nurse was arrested but was not executed; he died in prison in 1695. His case exemplifies the tragic consequences of the witch trials on innocent lives and the impact of fear-driven accusations.