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Judge Danforth says to Abigail Williams, "Child, I do not mistrust you--" (paragraph 350).
Calling Abigail "child" seems to hint that--
Judge Danforth treats Abigail with suspicion.
Judge Danforth treats Abigail tenderly and sympathetically.
Judge Danforth does not have any bias or prejudice towards Abigail.
Judge Danforth is very hostile towards Abigail and her claims.
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Judge Danforth treats Abigail tenderly and sympathetically.
Calling her "child" is paternalistic and soothing—he's trying to reassure her, put her at ease, and signal trust and authority rather than suspicion or hostility.
Calling her "child" is paternalistic and soothing—he's trying to reassure her, put her at ease, and signal trust and authority rather than suspicion or hostility.
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