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How does Hale confuse Tituba?
Hale confuses Tituba by being kind to her. Her owner, Reverend Parris, threatens to take her out and “whip [her] to [her] death” if she refuses to confess. Next, Mr. Putnam shouts, “This woman must be hanged!
What did Hale say that Tituba was?
In act 1, Abigail Williams tells Reverend Hale that they were dancing around a cauldron full of soup, and she confesses that Tituba was the person responsible for calling on the Devil.
How does Reverend Hale make Tituba feel important?
Send Ruth to Tituba to try to conjure up the spirits of her dead babies. How does Reverend Hale make Tituba feel important? He tells her she has been chosen to help cleanse the village. Who does Tituba say are also witches?
What does Rebecca say about Bettys condition?
After briefly analyzing Betty, Rebecca tells everyone to stay calm and says that she believes Betty will wake up in time. Rebecca then mentions that she is well aware of children’s “silly seasons” and says, “A child’s spirit is like a child, you can never catch it by running after it” (Miller, 27).
Why is Proctor angry after signing the paper?
Why is Proctor angry after he signs the paper? Proctor refuses to be part of a lie. What behavior allows you to draw the conclusion that something is bothering Parris? He cries all the time.
Why is Reverend Parris so worried about his reputation?
Parris wants to remain minister and fears any evidence that may harm his reputation. He sees that Parris is more concerned with keeping his position as minister than with practicing his true religion and devotion to God.
What is wrong with Betty and Ruth?
In The Crucible, Betty and Ruth share similar symptoms and are unresponsive to other people. Both girls cannot hear, see, speak, or eat. The only difference between the girls’ symptoms is that Betty’s eyes remain closed and she lies inert in her bed while Ruth can open her eyes and walk around.
Why did Abigail and Betty confess?
Why does Abigail “admit” that Tituba and Ruth were conjuring spirits? She admits that Tituba and Ruth were conjuring spirits only to save Betty from being accused of witchcraft. Abigail treats the other girls badly, but treats her uncle good and with respect.
What did Tituba say to Hale and Parris?
Tituba denied any involvement with the devil, but due to pressure from Hale and Parris, Tituba confessed to witchcraft. Hale: You have confessed yourself to witchcraft, and that speaks a wish to come to Heaven’s side. And we will bless you, Tituba. Tituba, deeply relieved: Oh, God bless you, Mr. Hale!
Why did Tituba confess to the Devil in the Crucible?
Tituba denied any involvement with the devil, but due to pressure from Hale and Parris, Tituba confessed to witchcraft. Hale: You have confessed yourself to witchcraft, and that speaks a wish to come to Heaven’s side. And we will bless you, Tituba.
Why did Putnam send Ruth to Tituba in Lord of the flies?
Putnam admits that she sent Ruth to Tituba so that Tituba could conjure Ruth’s dead sisters in order to find out who murdered them. Goody Nurse leaves when Hale prepares to examine Betty for signs of the Devil because Hale says the process may cause the child pain.
How did Parris find Abigail and Tituba in the forest?
Parris discovered Abigail, Tituba, Betty and some girls dancing in the forest. Parris, as a church minister, was extremely irked by what he saw. Abigail tried to convince his uncle that their activities in the forest were innocent and had no connection with witchcraft.