Choose one characters from The Crucible and write one paragraph giving three character traits (underlined) and evidence. Use the following example to guide you:

Question

In The Color Purple by Alice Walker, the protagonist, Celie begins as a young girl and grows into a woman. In the beginning, she is weak, which we see when she can never stand up to the men who abuse her. However, she is also caring, which she demonstrates when she takes care of children who are not even her own. Finally, in the end, she becomes independent; she opens her own business and doesn’t need the help of anyone else.

Answer 1

In Arthur Miller's The Crucible, John Proctor is a complex character who embodies guilt, integrity, and redemption throughout the play. Initially, he is filled with guilt, as he wrestles with his affair with Abigail Williams, which haunts him and serves as a source of inner turmoil. This is evident when he admits to Abigail, “I have given you my soul; leave me my name!” showing that his guilt over his actions weighs heavily on him. Proctor also exhibits integrity, particularly when he refuses to falsely confess to witchcraft, stating, “I cannot, I cannot,” emphasizing his commitment to truth even in the face of death. Finally, Proctor seeks redemption when he ultimately sacrifices his life to expose the hysteria surrounding the trials and protect his family's name, declaring, “I am John Proctor! You will not use me!” This decision highlights his transformation from a man burdened by shame to one who seeks to leave a legacy of honor.