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English - the crucible (act 1-3) test graded A+ How is Abigail characterized? she lies a lot, she's 17, an orphan, she has an endless capacity for lying What does the doctor think (as related by Susanna) is the cause of Betty's illness? unnatural causes, this is what starts everything Who has Reverend Parris sent for? reverend hale What does Abigail believe is the reason for Betty's behavior? she thinks betty is just scared Why is Parris so concerned for himself? he's afraid he is going ...

In his stage directions, what are some good and bad points that Miller observes about the Puritans? Good:They were loyal to God, their dedication & discipline, willingness to work hard Bad: Gossiped about each other. They were snobs and superstitious. Who is Betty and what is wrong with her? She's Reverend Parris' daughter & can't move or open her eyes. When Abigail enters, she is described as a "strikingly beautiful girl... with an endless capacity for dissembling." What d...

Why has Reverend Parris sent for a doctor as the play begins? Betty would not wake up ( thought to be touched by devil) What advice does the doctor send back? That he can find no medical reason for her illness, and he should look for an "unnatural reason/resources." What does Parris Question his niece about? Why they were dancing and if they spoke with the devil What is Parris' main concern? His reputation as a minister What did Parris see in the woods the prev...

What do we know about Reverend Parris? Reverend Parris is in his mid 40s, and thinks that he is being persecuted wherever he goes. He is a widower who has a daughter who is sick. He seems to care more about is witchcraft is involved and what it could do to his reputation than his daughters recovery. What are some reasons neighbors would accuse others of witchcraft? Neighbors would accuse each other of witchcraft because of how they personally feel about them. Most people would accuse ot...

The Crucible: Act 1,2,3,4 Questions and Answers Graded A+ As this act opens, what accusation does Giles Corey make? To kill all people to get land What news do we learn about Rebecca Nurse? Senescent to hang When John Proctor arrives at court with Mary Warren, what does Reverend Parris accuse him of? He has been accused of trying to overthrow the court. What two pieces of evidence are brought out against Proctor in regard to his Christian nature? Doesn't go to church, plows on Sundays, and h...

The Crucible Act 2 Study Guide Questions and Answers 100% Pass At the beginning of Act 2, John Proctor says, "It is winter in here yet". Why is this pertinent to what is going on? John and Elizabeth's relationship is still strained from his affair with Abigail. Elizabeth's demeanor is "frosty" and "cold" towards John. Why has Mary Warren disobeyed her employers and gone to Salem? She has been named an official of the court. This makes her feel more important than a servant. What did A...

In terms of this play, what is crucible? - ANSWERSA severe test or trial Why does Rev. Parrris not want anyone to think that Betty may be bewitched? - ANSWERSHe thinks his enemies will ruin his ministry with that information How long had it been since Abigail worked for the Proctors? Why did she say she was fired? - ANSWERS7 months; Goody proctor wanted slaves and because goody proctor did like her. What does Abigail Williams say to her uncle for the reason she was dismissed from her jo...

The Crucible Act 1 and Act 2 Questions and Answers Graded A Why has Reverend Parris sent for a doctor as the play begins? Because his daughter (Betty) is sick What advice does the doctor send back? To look for the "un-natural reason" of Betty's sickness What does Parris question his niece Abigail about? He questions if her name is still "white" as in pure What is Parris' main concern? His reputation as a minister and natural posessions What did Parris see in the woods the previous nigh...

The Crucible Acts 1 and 2 Questions and Answers 100% Pass Why has Reverend Parris sent for a doctor as the play begins? Because his daughter (Betty) is sick What advice does the doctor send back? To look for the "un-natural reason" of Betty's sickness What does Parris question his niece Abigail about? He questions if her name is still "white" as in pure What is Parris' main concern? His reputation as a minister and natural posessions What did Parris see in the woods the previous night?...

ACT Reading Test 55 Questions with Verified Answers Focus on the four types of reading passages found on the ACT. - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Prose fiction 2. Social science 3. Humanities 4. Natural science Use a three-step approach to answer the reading questions on the ACT. - CORRECT ANSWER Step 1. Read the question. Step 2. Read through the four answer choices, looking for obvious incorrect answer (often, there are two). Step 3. Read the remaining two choices, looking for an incorrect word or i...