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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 21-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is John Proctor's excuse for not attending church often?
(a) He says he has too much work to do.
(b) He says Parris' sermons are not worth the long trip.
(c) He says he is too busy chopping firewood.
(d) He says he goes to another church closer to his home.

2. Who is the naked figure Parris sees disappear into the woods in Act 1?
(a) Mercy Lewis.
(b) Tituba.
(c) Abigail.
(d) Elizabeth Proctor.

3. What does Abigail say she does for John Proctor every night?
(a) Dances for him.
(b) Waits for him.
(c) Cleans his kitchen.
(d) Rubs his feet.

4. Who believes Ruth's condition is the work of Satan?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. Putnam.
(b) Hale.
(c) John Proctor.
(d) Elizabeth Proctor.

5. Toward the end of Act 1, Betty wakes from her trance-like state and calls out for someone. Who is it?
(a) Abigail.
(b) Parris.
(c) The devil.
(d) Her dead mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. When John Proctor insults Parris in Act 1, who asks him to take it back?

2. How does John Proctor describe Parris' sermons?

3. What does Parris accuse John Proctor of doing to him?

4. Who suggests that Parris deny the rumor of witchcraft?

5. How many miles does John Proctor live from the church?

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