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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does John Proctor threaten to whip Abigail?
(a) Abigail is speaking against his wife.
(b) Abigail is hitting him.
(c) Abigail is throwing things at him.
(d) Abigail is hitting Elizabeth Proctor.

2. Who orders John Proctor to be executed despite his confession?
(a) Cheever.
(b) Hale.
(c) Parris.
(d) Danforth.

3. Why didn't Elizabeth stop Mary from leaving the house?
(a) She was afraid of the legal and spiritual consequences.
(b) She was worried that she might hurt Mary's feelings.
(c) She needed a break from the girl and her silly stories.
(d) She wanted to hear what was happening in town.

4. At the beginning of Act 2, Elizabeth is upset with her husband. Why?
(a) He was alone with Abigail.
(b) He gave Abigail a gift.
(c) He told Abigail to come to dinner.
(d) He was late for dinner.

5. Giles Corey feels Parris is too concerned with wealth. What does he offer as an example?
(a) Parris wanted to be paid on a monthly basis.
(b) Parris asked for a four bedroom home.
(c) Parris asked for the deed to his own house.
(d) Parris asked for extra firewood.

Short Answer Questions

1. John Proctor says people will admit to anything when this is the alternative. What is it?

2. How many people are initially on trial for witchcraft?

3. Who attacks Mary during the Which trial in Act 2?

4. What does John Proctor refuse to do for Danforth?

5. What does Rebecca Nurse say say is afflicting Ruth and Betty?

(see the answer key)

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