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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 32-48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character announces he/she doesn't believe in witches?
(a) Parris.
(b) Mrs. Putnam.
(c) Giles Corey.
(d) Rebecca Nurse.

2. What does Giles Corey's wife do with books after she reads them?
(a) Reads them again.
(b) Hides them.
(c) Organizes them.
(d) Stacks them.

3. Mercy Lewis thinks Ruth is improving in Act 1 because she woke to do something. What was it?
(a) She laughed.
(b) She sneezed.
(c) She screamed.
(d) She coughed.

4. How many miles does John Proctor live from the church?
(a) Five.
(b) Three.
(c) Six.
(d) Ten.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Giles Corey asks Hale to explain his wife's behavior. What particular behavior is he concerned about?

2. What does Mrs. Putnam claim is evidence that Betty has been involved in Witchcraft?

3. Who believes Ruth's condition is the work of Satan?

4. At the end of Act 1, what does Mr. Putnam threaten to do?

5. Who is able to calm Betty after she screams?

(see the answer key)

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