Character Analysis: John Proct

Often in true tests of ethical character would be where humans are tempted

to be untrustworthy, to deceive, or take advantage of one anther, and then

there are a few who succeed. The story of “The Crucible” gives one of the

strongest tests of ethics, where the real ethical are punished and those of low

ethics have the freedom to live their own lives. “The Crucible” very well shows

that when a problem in life or death situation, humans respectability decays.

“The Crucible” takes place in Salem, Massachusetts where corruption and

religion is beyond uncontrollable, and soon two girls fall sick unexpectedly and it

sparks ideas of the devil and witchcraft in the town. This results in the people of

the town pointing at those who have been dealings with the devil, which

encourages disaster for many. Throughout the play one character John Proctor

remains honest, ethical, and he stood for something he believed in even if it

John Proctor is true and is a good ethical character and has a truthful

personality that is first seen when he articulate some of his true emotions and

affection towards his wife, Goody Proctor a

page.51). These quotes best give an example of Proctor’s caring affections

and it is important that when a settlement is made it is made in the best of care.

John Proctor is asked question about his individuality he responds with a very

questions if Proctor’s wife is really pregnant, then should he, Proctor keep his wife

denies to sign after he has confessed to his affairs and gives a strong analysis of

scared to show off his true affections for her.

a man of pride and respect, he has such strong respect that he will die for not

“The Crucible” shows great symbols of the unattractive and attractive elements

characterized by their circumstances whether it is acceptable or unacceptable,

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