... quite a bit. Three main items of focus are the character of Samuel Parris, the portrayal of Abigail and her relationships with others, and the alteration of Parris' house slave, Tituba. The first of several major differences to explore between "The Crucible" and the actual events that occurred in Salem is the great variance of Reverend Samuel Parris' character. Parris is often recognized as one of the most notorious characters involved in the Salem Witch Trials, and can be ... used as an excellent example of what ... ...

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... in Arthur Miller's play The Crucible, for a group of young girls in Salem caused its population to doubt the sanctity that once dominated, making people fear and believe in the dark witchcraft forces among them. As this took place, the town unconsciously divided itself into those who believed in witchcraft, and those who relentlessly condemned its existence in town. In the play, the characters Anne Putnam and Rebecca Nurse ... being one who secretly sides with witchcraft while Rebecca openly condemns it. These two characters demonstrate an abysmal contrast in their attitudes and beliefs...

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Through the character of Rebecca Nurse, Arthur Miller is able to present the role of women in two ways; to be very powerful, yet despite the righteousness of a women, none can be exempt from the accusations. Rebecca Nurse, a figure of respectability and good sense, has a very big influence on John Proctor, the protagonist of the play. It is due to her that he is able to become such a hero of Salem, sacrificing his public reputation for his personal integrity. Rebecca's presence at Proctor's confession convinces him of what he must do. This shows Miller's representation of Rebecca as signifying...

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