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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 21-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Abigail slap Betty in Act 1?
(a) She is angry when Betty reminds Abigail that she drank blood to punish Elizabeth.
(b) She is angry that Betty is getting all of the attention.
(c) She is angry that the other girls are turning on her.
(d) She is scared that Betty is being controlled by evil spirits.

2. Who suggests that everyone put their faith in God and the doctor?
(a) Rebecca.
(b) Hale.
(c) Parris.
(d) Abigail.

3. What is John Proctor's excuse for not attending church often?
(a) He says he goes to another church closer to his home.
(b) He says he is too busy chopping firewood.
(c) He says Parris' sermons are not worth the long trip.
(d) He says he has too much work to do.

4. Who is the Putnams' servant?
(a) Abigail.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Tituba.
(d) Mercy.

5. How many of Mrs. Putnam's children have died?
(a) Eight.
(b) Seven.
(c) Five.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. John Proctor scolds Mary at the beginning of Act 1. What has she done that makes him angry?

2. What does Mrs. Putnam claim is evidence that Betty has been involved in Witchcraft?

3. When John Proctor insults Parris in Act 1, who asks him to take it back?

4. What character in Act 1 could be called a hypocrite?

5. Mr. Putnam and John Proctor argue over the firewood. Who does it most likely belong to?

(see the answer key)

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