"The bravest of individuals is the one who obeys his or her conscience" by J.F Clarke means that the people who block out what everyone may be saying or doing, just to do what they know is right in their conscience, are the ones who are most ... lost his life because of it. Arthur Miller also uses characterization to help reinforce the meaning of the quote in the novel The Crucible. Throughout the novel, John Proctor is viewed as an innocent man. Even when accused, he never got defensive or actually committed sins. He showed his bravery by not confessing to the ... sins the church wanted him...

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... the impact of hysteria. Through the court proceedings, and the character of Abigail Williams, Miller clearly shows that hysteria has the power to block out reason and logical thinking. All of the accusations of witchcraft in the play are made in the hysteria of the moment, and the ... and motives. Such as Abigail William's hidden fear of being discovered dancing in the woods, and her secret motive to replace Elizabeth Proctor, as John Proctor's wife. The town of Salem's infatuation with hysteria, clearly thwarts those who are trying to argue on a logical basis. Any notions of ... their o...

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• Grade Level: High School