... at the trials. If you were to find the definition of the word crucible you would discover these descriptions: - a) A severe trial or test b) Melting pot for metal Well I'm sure there is absolutely no doubt in anybody's minds that the crucible's story line was definitely a severe trial and ... test for every character in the book. Take Abigail for example, she was caught experimenting with witchcraft and was accused of having an affair with ... you." Clearly Abigail's intentions were not pure, she used fear to threaten others. Therefore she had to fake a different personality to prove he...

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... about because of a certain irreversible error on his part. Tragic heroes inevitably find a negative or sometimes even fatal end that elevates the conclusion. John Proctor's good moral character and honest personality is first witnessed when he expresses some of his true feelings and affection toward his wife inside their humble home. Two quotes found early in Act Two further illustrate this ... honest hardworking man of god, which he accomplishes by making this remarkably heartfelt decision. Proctor not only devoted himself to his wife, but to his friends as well. The climactic test tha...

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... Proctor remains honest, ethical, and he stood for something he believed in even if it meant his life. 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 at their home. These are a couple of quotes that best symbolizes ... as a truthful efficient man of God, which he succeeds in by showing this very genuine decision. Proctor won't only make a stand for his adored wife but also for friends. The test of truth for John Proctor's character lives at th...

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