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1. Reverend Parris's black slave from Barbados. She agrees to perform voodoo at Abigail's request.

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Tituba is the correct answer because she is Reverend Parris's black slave from Barbados who agrees to perform voodoo at Abigail's request. This is evident from the given information which states that Tituba is Reverend Parris's slave and she agrees to perform voodoo at Abigail's request. Therefore, Tituba is the correct answer.

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Have you seen the play “The Crucible” written by Arthur Miller in 1953? The play depicts the Salem witch trials that occurred in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during... see more1692-1693. The play was focused on McCarthyism when the United States government punished people who were accused of being communists. The play was first seen at the Martin Beck Theatre on Broadway. This quiz will put the spotlight on the famous play, “The Crucible” and help you learn interesting trivia along the way. see less

2. Local Farmer, Hates Hypocrisy, Has an affair with Abigail, chooses to get hung, the wife is Elizabeth.

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John Proctor is the correct answer because the given information mentions that he has an affair with Abigail, which is a significant event in the play "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. Additionally, the fact that he chooses to get hung suggests that he is willing to sacrifice his life for his principles and beliefs, which aligns with his character in the play. Lastly, the mention of his wife being Elizabeth further confirms that John Proctor is the correct answer, as he is married to Elizabeth Proctor in the play.

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3. Wealthy, influential man of Salem, holds grudge against Francis nurse because his brother wasn't elected to the office of the ministry, uses witchcraft trials to buy up everyone's land. Has a daughter named Ruth and wife named Ann or Goody Putnam?

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Thomas Putnam is the correct answer because he is the wealthy and influential man of Salem who holds a grudge against Francis Nurse. He is motivated by the fact that his brother was not elected to the office of the ministry. Thomas Putnam uses the witchcraft trials as an opportunity to buy up everyone's land. Additionally, the mention of his daughter named Ruth and wife named Ann or Goody Putnam aligns with the information provided about Thomas Putnam in the question.

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4. John Proctor's Wife fires Abigail because of affair, ends up pregnant in prison.

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Elizabeth Proctor fires Abigail because of an affair with her husband, John Proctor. As a result, Elizabeth ends up being accused of witchcraft and is imprisoned. It is mentioned that she becomes pregnant while in prison. This information suggests that Elizabeth Proctor is the correct answer.

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5. Niece of Rev. Parris, Fired from the Proctor Household, Has an affair with john proctor, stabs herself.

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Abigail Williams is the correct answer because she fits all the given criteria. She is the niece of Rev. Parris, she was fired from the Proctor Household, she had an affair with John Proctor, and she stabbed herself. This information suggests that Abigail Williams is the character being described.

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6. Francis Nurse's wife, falls victim to witchcraft hysteria and ends up to be hung, will not admit to witchcraft.

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Rebecca Nurse is the correct answer because the question states that Francis Nurse's wife falls victim to witchcraft hysteria and is ultimately hung. This information aligns with Rebecca Nurse's fate in the play "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller, where she is accused of witchcraft and executed.

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7. 83 years old. Sues everyone, feisty farmer, Martha his wife arrested for reading habits, himself pressed to death.

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Giles Corey is the correct answer because the given information matches his story. He was an elderly farmer and known for being feisty. His wife, Martha, was indeed arrested for her reading habits during the Salem witch trials. Giles himself was pressed to death as a form of punishment for refusing to enter a plea in court. This aligns with the information provided, making Giles Corey the most fitting answer.

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8. Thomas Putnam's wife. has given birth to eight children, but only Ruth Putnam survived. The other seven died before they were a day old, and Ann is convinced that they were murdered by supernatural means. Accuses Rebecca Nurse of Killing her babies.

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Goody Ann Putnam accuses Rebecca Nurse of killing her babies. This can be inferred from the information given, where it is stated that Ann believes her seven children who died were murdered by supernatural means. Therefore, she accuses Rebecca Nurse of being responsible for their deaths.

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9. Reverend Parris's ten-year-old daughter. She falls into a strange stupor after Parris catches her and the other girls dancing in the forest with Tituba.

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Betty Parris is the correct answer because she is Reverend Parris's ten-year-old daughter who falls into a strange stupor after being caught dancing in the forest with Tituba and the other girls.

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10. The Putnams' lone surviving child out of eight. Like Betty Parris, she falls into a strange stupor after Reverend Parris catches her and the other girls dancing in the woods at night.

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Ruth Putnam is the correct answer because she is described as the "lone surviving child out of eight" in the given information. This suggests that Ruth's siblings have all died, making her the only child left in the Putnam family. Additionally, the information states that she falls into a strange stupor after being caught dancing in the woods, indicating that she is affected by the events surrounding the witch trials.

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11. A judge who presides, along with Danforth, over the witch trials.

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Hawthorne is the correct answer because the question is asking for a judge who presides over the witch trials along with Danforth. Hawthorne fits this description as he is one of the judges in Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible" who participates in the trials alongside Judge Danforth.

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12. Deputy Governor of MA. The presiding judge of witchcraft trials.

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Danforth is the correct answer because he was the presiding judge of the witchcraft trials. In the context of the question, the other options, Herrick and Giles Corey, are not relevant to the role of a judge in the trials. Therefore, Danforth is the most suitable answer as he held the position of Deputy Governor of Massachusetts and played a significant role in the witchcraft trials.

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13. Giles Corey's third wife. Her reading habits lead to her arrest and conviction for witchcraft.

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Martha Corey is the correct answer because the statement mentions that her reading habits led to her arrest and conviction for witchcraft. This implies that Martha Corey's interest in reading was seen as suspicious and linked to her being accused of witchcraft.

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14. The servant in Thomas Putman's & John Proctor's household and a member of Abigail's group of girls. She is a timid girl, easily influenced by those around her, who tried unsuccessfully to expose the hoax and ultimately recanted her confession.

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Mary Warren is the correct answer because she fits the description given in the question. She is a servant in the households of Thomas Putnam and John Proctor, and she is also a member of Abigail's group of girls. Mary Warren is portrayed as a timid girl who is easily influenced by others. She initially tries to expose the hoax of the witch trials but later recants her confession, showing her vulnerability and susceptibility to pressure.

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15. The young Minister called in because of witchcraft, regrets his actions, and tries to save the condemned.

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Rev. Hale is the correct answer because he is the young Minister who initially believes in the existence of witchcraft and is called in to investigate the accusations. However, as he witnesses the events and sees the consequences of the trials, he begins to doubt the validity of the claims and regrets his actions. He tries to save the condemned by urging them to confess and avoid execution. This shows a change in his character from someone who initially supports the witch trials to someone who realizes the injustice and tries to rectify it.

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16. The marshal of Salem.

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Herrick is the correct answer because he is the marshal of Salem. The question is asking for the person who holds this specific position, and Herrick is the only option provided that fits that description. Rev. Parris and Rev. Hale are not marshals, so they are not the correct answers.

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17. A man from Salem who acts as clerk of the court during the witch trials. He is upright and determined to do his duty for justice.  

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Cheever is the correct answer because he is described as a man from Salem who acts as the clerk of the court during the witch trials. The description also states that he is upright and determined to do his duty for justice. This suggests that Cheever is a reliable and responsible individual who takes his role seriously in ensuring that justice is served during the trials.

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18. One of the girls in Abigail's group.

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Mercy Lewis is the correct answer because she is one of the girls in Abigail's group. The question is asking for a girl in Abigail's group, and out of the three options provided, Mercy Lewis is the only one who fits that description. Ruth Putnam and Betty Parris are not mentioned as being part of Abigail's group, so they are not the correct answer.

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19. Influential Man of Salem, Well respected by people of Salem, hated by Thomas Putnam and his wife.

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Francis Nurse is the correct answer because the description provided states that he is an influential man who is well respected by the people of Salem. This suggests that he holds a position of power and influence within the community. Additionally, the fact that he is hated by Thomas Putnam and his wife further highlights his significance and the potential conflicts and tensions within the community.

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20. Minister of the church of Salem, Hated by the townspeople and John Proctor, Materialistic, Wants Golden Candle Sticks for the Church, Has a daughter named Betty.

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Reverend Parris, the minister of Salem's church, emerges as a paranoid and power-hungry character, tinged with a peculiar sense of self-pity. His actions and demeanor cause discontent among many townspeople, particularly John Proctor, who harbors a strong aversion towards him. Parris is notably preoccupied with consolidating his standing within the community.
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Reverend Parris's black slave from Barbados. She agrees to perform...
Local Farmer, Hates Hypocrisy, Has an affair with Abigail, chooses to...
Wealthy, influential man of Salem, holds grudge against Francis nurse...
John Proctor's Wife fires Abigail because of affair, ends up...
Niece of Rev. Parris, Fired from the Proctor Household, Has an affair...
Francis Nurse's wife, falls victim to witchcraft hysteria and ends...
83 years old. Sues everyone, feisty farmer, Martha his wife arrested...
Thomas Putnam's wife. has given birth to eight children, but only Ruth...
Reverend Parris's ten-year-old daughter. She falls into a strange...
The Putnams' lone surviving child out of eight. Like Betty Parris, she...
A judge who presides, along with Danforth, over the witch trials.
Deputy Governor of MA. The presiding judge of witchcraft trials.
Giles Corey's third wife. Her reading habits lead to her arrest and...
The servant in Thomas Putman's & John Proctor's household and...
The young Minister called in because of witchcraft, regrets his...
The marshal of Salem.
A man from Salem who acts as clerk of the court during the witch...
One of the girls in Abigail's group.
Influential Man of Salem, Well respected by people of Salem, hated by...
Minister of the church of Salem, Hated by the townspeople and John...
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