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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. Who has heard that Hale has a "reputation for rationality" and tells him so?
(a) Parris.
(b) Giles.
(c) Mr. Putnam.
(d) John Proctor.

2. Which character warns everyone against jumping to conclusions?
(a) Hale.
(b) Parris.
(c) Mrs. Putnam.
(d) John Proctor.

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

4. What kind of expertise does Hale have?
(a) He is an expert in child psychology.
(b) He is an expert at exorcism.
(c) He is an expert in the demonic arts.
(d) He is an expert in children's medicine.

5. How does John Proctor describe Parris' sermons?
(a) As "fire and brimstone" sermons.
(b) As "hellfire and bloody damnation" sermons.
(c) As "light and fluffy" sermons.
(d) As "guilt and sin" sermons.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Abigail is sure that John Proctor still has feelings for her. What example does she use to back up her claim?

3. What does Giles Corey's wife do with books after she reads them?

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

5. Mr. Putnam and John Proctor argue over the firewood. Who does it most likely belong to?

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