How and why does John withhold his confession?
Why does John Proctor decide to confess but refuse to sign a written confession? Proctor feels compelled to retract his confession because he admits that people more innocent and closer to God are going to be hung. Particularly, Rebecca Nurse, who is an icon of virtue in the community.
Why does John take back his confession?
Proctor feels compelled to retract his confession because he admits that people more innocent and closer to God are going to be hung. Proctor cries, “It is my name,” he will only have one in his life, therefore, in order to bring dignity and honor to the Proctor name John must retract his confession.
How do John and Elizabeth reconcile in Act 4?
She recognizes John’s dilemma of choosing a compromised life or maintaining personal integrity even in the face of death. She recognizes that John’s beliefs and commitment are important elements that help to define individual consciousness. Elizabeth becomes the supportive wife embodied with her support of John.
What does Elizabeth say she is unable to do for John?
What two things does Elizabeth say she is unable to do for John? She says she can’t make the decision for him or forgive him if he can’t forgive himself. Why does Danforth want a written confession from Proctor? It will help persuade others to confess.
What are two things Elizabeth Cannot do for John?
What two things does Elizabeth say she is unable to do for John? She cannot judge John or forgive him. Why does Danforth want a written confession from Proctor? It will travels the courts power and persuade others to confess.
Why does Abigail say the proctors dismissed her?
Why does Abigail say she was dismissed by the Proctors’? She claims that she was dismissed because she refused to be treated like a slave.
What was wrong with Betty?
Betty is essentially suffering from a psychological illness, which stems from her fear of being punished for dancing in the woods with the other girls. Hysteria concerning witchcraft may also motivate Betty to remain incapacitated in her bed. As far as an actual physical illness goes, there is nothing wrong with Betty.
When the girls are alone with Betty What does Betty accuse Abigail of?
The three girls begin to argue and Betty wakes. Abigail tells Betty that Parris knows everything they did in the woods. Betty confronts Abigail and accuses her of not admitting she drank blood. She also accuses her of casting a spell in order to kill Goody Proctor.