Question

part b
fill in the circle before the highlighted sentence from paragraph 4 of act one that best supports the answer to part a.
at the time of these events parris was in his middle forties. in history he cut a villainous path, and there is very little good to be said for him. he believed he was being persecuted wherever he went, despite his best efforts to win people and god to his side. he felt insulted if someone rose to shut the door without first asking his permission. he was a widower with no interest in children, or talent with them. he regarded them as young adults, and until this strange crisis he, like the rest of salem, never conceived that the children were anything but thankful for being permitted to walk straight, eyes slightly lowered, arms at the sides, and mouths shut until bidden to speak.
7 which statement best describes why the crucible might continue to be relevant to modern audiences?
a it compares historical events with similar events in contemporary times.
b it demonstrates how far humanity has come in dealing with community issues.
c it examines universal themes involving the nature of truth and hypocrisy.
d it suggests that mob mentality is not as prevalent in society today.
8 abigails treachery toward the other characters in the play serves to —
a diminish the conflict between danforth and john proctor
b set in motion the eventual trial and martyrdom of john proctor
c begin the dissolution of the marriage between john and elizabeth
d decrease the suspense over the questioning of elizabeth and others
9 throughout the play, the actions of abigail williams are motivated by —
a jealousy and resentment toward elizabeth proctor, her perceived rival
b depression and guilt toward the slave tituba for teaching her witchcraft
c rage and obsession toward reverend hale, whose love she rejected
d hysteria and animosity toward danforth for dismissing her claims

Explanation:

1. Question 7: The Crucible deals with themes like the nature of truth and hypocrisy which are universal and relevant across different time - periods. This makes it relatable to modern audiences.
2. Question 8: Abigail's false accusations and treachery set in motion the events that lead to John Proctor's trial and his martyrdom.
3. Question 9: Abigail's actions are driven by her jealousy and resentment towards Elizabeth Proctor as she was John Proctor's lover and saw Elizabeth as a rival.

Answer:

1. C. It examines universal themes involving the nature of truth and hypocrisy.
2. B. set in motion the eventual trial and martyrdom of John Proctor
3. A. jealousy and resentment toward Elizabeth Proctor, her perceived rival