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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. Where did Parris live before he moved to Salem?
(a) Norway.
(b) Barbados.
(c) Brazil.
(d) London.

2. What does Susana claim Dr. Griggs thinks might be the cause of Betty's illness?
(a) Hysteria.
(b) Influenza.
(c) Supernatural causes.
(d) Ghosts.

3. How many of Mrs. Putnam's children have died?
(a) Eight.
(b) Seven.
(c) Three.
(d) Five.

4. Who is able to calm Betty after she screams?
(a) Mrs. Putnam.
(b) Parris.
(c) Rebecca Nurse.
(d) Elizabeth Proctor.

5. Mrs. Putnam suggests in Act 1 that Parris be the first to announce this in Salem. What is it?
(a) Witchcraft.
(b) Famine.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Piety.

Short Answer Questions

1. What character in Act 1 could be called a hypocrite?

2. John Proctor scolds Mary at the beginning of Act 1. What has she done that makes him angry?

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

4. What does John Proctor do for a living?

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

(see the answer key)

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