The Crucible is a play with many allegorical references. Written during the 1950s but set in the 1600s, Arthur Miller used the Salem witch trials in Massachusetts to represent the figurative witch hunt for communists in the United States,commonly known as the 'Red Scare'. Using actual court manuscripts and primary documents, Miller brings to life the people of Salem, and the atrocities the occurred there, in this heart-wrenching play.
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Abigail Williams
Reputation:
Traits:
Accuser or Accused:
• 17 years old • Reverend Parris' niece • Used to work at the Proctors' house • Had an affair with John Proctor • Controls the other girls
Abigails reputation was tarnished when she was dismissed from the Proctor's service. Although no one knows why, they suspect something. When she begins to accuse people, she is seen as deceptive.
Abigail is the prime accuser in "The Crucible". It started when she was caught trying to put a spell on Goody Proctor. When she realized that she could gain from giving up names, she did not hold back.