1. Character analysis of Revern Hale in the Crucible
To ask for assistance in the witch-hunt, Reverend Paris calls Reverend Hale to Salem. ... As the trial begins, Hale begins to change his mind about witches being present in Salem. In the climactic trial scene, Hale finally crosses over completely to those opposing the witch-hunt: "I believe [Proctor]! ... Although Hale recognizes the evil of the witch trials, his response is not defiance but surrender. ... He goes from believing that there are witches in Salem, to believing the complete opposite. ...
- Word Count: 490
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: High School