The Putnams begin discussing witchcraft in response to the mysterious illnesses and strange behaviors affecting their children and the community. They are fueled by fear and superstition, believing that such occurrences must be linked to supernatural forces. Additionally, the Putnams have personal grievances and vendettas, which leads them to accuse others of witchcraft to deflect blame and gain power in the community. This discussion reflects the broader societal panic and paranoia during the Salem witch trials.
No, Rebecca doesn' think that.She the falls victim to the hysteria when the Putnams accuse her of witchcraft and she refuses to confess.
because her husband thomas has been accused of taking land from the deceases and Abigail feels she has unfinished business with the putnams
The Putnams did not like the nurses because they were black and the Putnams are racist.
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.
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.)
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.
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In the excerpt, Ann Putnam's beliefs regarding witchcraft reveal her deep fear and paranoia, as she strongly associates misfortune and illness with the presence of witches. Her conviction that supernatural forces are at play reflects her desperation to explain personal tragedies and societal issues. This belief not only drives her to accuse others but also illustrates the larger societal hysteria surrounding witchcraft during that time. Ultimately, her actions highlight the destructive power of fear and suspicion in a community.
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Mercy Lewis was a servant for the Putnam household.