| 1. What is the symbolism of the cows?
2. What happened in Andover and what significance does it have for Salem?
3. Reflect on Parris’ argument to Danforth: “Now Mr. Hale
is returned there is hope, I think—for if he bring even one of these
to God, that confession surely damns the others in the public eye, and
none may doubt more that they are all linked to Hell. This way, unconfessed
and claiming innocence, doubts are multiplied, many honest people will
weep for them, and our good purpose is lost in their tears.”
4. Reflect on Danforth’s statement: “I should hang ten thousand
that dared to rise against the law, and an ocean of salt tears could not
melt the resolution of the statutes.” What does this reveal about
his character? How is he similar to Creon in Antigone?
5. Reflect on Hale’s statement, “I come to do the Devil’s
work. I come to counsel Christians that they should belie themselves.
There is blood on my head! Can you not see the blood on my head!!!”
Be sure to reference his statement on page 132 to explain why he acts
as he does.
6. Why does Proctor decide to lie and confess to practicing witchcraft?
Do you think this is the right decision? Explain your opinion.
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