1. The Crucible - Characters and Themes
Proctor redeems himself and provides a final denunciation of the witch trials in his final act. ... In the climactic scene in the court in Act III, he throws his lot in with those opposing the witch trials. ... Although Hale recognizes the evil of the witch trials, his response is not defiance but surrender. ... Judge Danforth The deputy governor of Massachusetts and the presiding judge at the witch trials. ... Ezekiel Cheever A man from Salem who acts as clerk of the court during the witch t...
- Word Count: 4038
- Approx Pages: 16
- Grade Level: High School