In Crucible Act, Why does Mary say she can’t go to court and talk about the poppet?

she’s under the control of spirits

she’s afraid Abigail will kill her

she doesn’t know the truth

she’s afraid Proctor will kill her

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In Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible," Mary Warren expresses her reluctance to go to court and talk about the poppet because she’s afraid Abigail will kill her. Mary is aware of Abigail's power and influence in the court and is terrified of the consequences of testifying against her, given Abigail's violent and vindictive nature. This fear greatly affects Mary's decisions and actions throughout the play.