Question

Mrs. Putnam
Rebecca (horrified). Goody Ann! You sent a child to conjure up the dead?

Mrs. Putnam. Let God blame me, not you, not you, Rebecca! I’ll not have you judging me any more! (to Hale) Is it a natural work to lose seven children before they live a day?

Question at position 10
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Multiple Choice
3.5 points



Question at position 10

The dialogue shows that Mrs. Putnam likely feels --


anger because all but one of her (Mrs. Putnam's) children have died as infants while all of Rebecca's children have survived


suspicion that Rebecca might be involved in witchcraft


respect because Rebecca is such a holy and God-fearing woman


satisfaction that she (Mrs. Putnam) can finally find out why find out why her children have died

Answer 1

The dialogue shows that Mrs. Putnam likely feels **anger because all but one of her (Mrs. Putnam's) children have died as infants while all of Rebecca's children have survived**. She is defensive and upset at being judged by Rebecca, particularly in the context of her tragic losses compared to Rebecca's experience, which has been more fortunate.