Reverend Samuel ParrisTraits:He is very religious, and thinks himself better than others. Reputation:Disliked, and untrusted by the people of Salem. Role:Betty's and Abigail's guardian, so at fault for their behaviour.
Abigail WilliamsTraits: Controlling and vengeful. Jealous of Elizabeth Proctor. Reputation:She is liked in the village, but disliked by Goody Proctor. Role:She instigated most of the conflict in the play.
Ann PutnamTraits:Vengeful, greedy, nosy. Reputation:Very well liked in Salem, wealthy. Role:First one to claim witchcraft, and accuses the girls of killing her babies.
John ProctorTraits:Abrasive, blunt, hardworking. Reputation:Not liked in Salem, feared. Role:Had an affair with Abigail.
Thomas PutnamTraits:Greedy, wealthy, nosy. Reputation:Liked in Salem, because he owns lots of land. Role:Starts some of the conflict.
Reverend John HaleTraits:Prideful, smart. Likes hunting witches. Reputation:Very well liked and trusted in Salem. Role:Accuses the girls of summoning the devil.