In the crucible Act 4

Question

Why is Abigail pretending to feel a cold wind?

A. She's not pretending- she's actually freezing from a wind she just felt.

B. She's accusing Mary of witchcraft to protect herself.

C. She's hoping that John will put his arm around her if she acts cold.

Answer 1

In Act 4 of "The Crucible," Abigail pretending to feel a cold wind is primarily a tactic to manipulate the situation. The best answer to your question is:

B. She's accusing Mary of witchcraft to protect herself.

Abigail is trying to divert attention away from herself and her actions. By pretending to be affected by a cold wind, she aims to create a scene that reinforces the idea of supernatural occurrences, thereby shifting blame and potentially saving herself from the consequences of her own actions.