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The Crucible --Act 2--Part 1
The Crucible: Analysis Questions: Act 2: Pages 601-605 49-55
Directions: Read pages 601-605 and complete the questions and activities below.
1. Theme Question: In Elizabeth’s mind, what is the only way to bring the rising hysteria in Salem to an end?
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2. Describe John and Elizabeth’s relationship and feelings towards each other?
***Add information about Elizabeth to your Character Chart.***
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3. Consider the central ideas and events of pages 601-605 and give the section a unique and descriptive title.
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The Crucible: Analysis Questions: Act 2: Pages 605-610 55-62
Directions: Read pages 605-610 and complete the questions and activities below.
4. How does Miller describe Mary?
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5. Mary says that the town now has hard proof that there are witches. Sarah Good could not recite the 10
commandments and this is proof that she is a witch. How does this show that the hysteria in the town is growing?
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6. Mary seems to believe her own lies at this point. What does this tell you about her character?
***Explain and add to your Character Chart.***
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7. Consider the central ideas and events of pages 605-610 and give the section a unique and descriptive title.
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