the crucible character analysis
John Proctor
John Proctor is an honorable and righteous man in The Crucible, but he’s guilty of an unforgivable sin. He’s the voice of reason and justice in Salem but no one knows about he’s dirty little secret. He’s characterized for being an intelligent man but his lust for Abigail led to his affair, destroying completely trust between his relationship with his wife Elizabeth. Because of his affair with Abigail, Proctor questions whether or not he is a moral man, yet this adultery is the only crime he has ever committed. His love for his wife is proven at the moment he confesses his adultery with Abigail in front of the court, leaving behind all pride and fear of public opinion. Refusing to give up his personal integrity, Proctor prefers to die with dignity than to confess to witchcraft.
Abigail Williams
Abigail is characterized to be a malicious, selfish, and manipulative girl who, in an attempt to protect herself from punishment she’s willing to accuse those who oppose her. Abigail is a compulsive liar who charges witchcraft against innocent people without measuring the consequences of this horrendous calumny. She’s not only a cold-hearted seventeen year-old but she’s also the center of discord in the town. Her leadership skills allow her to gain control over the girls in Salem, protecting herself from the dangerous truth. Abigail is ruled by the hatred and revenge she feels for John Proctor’s wife and her biggest fantasy is to take Elizabeth Proctor’s place. Wherever she goes, Abigail causes chaos to those who surround her but stays at peace with her mind and manages to not be touched by the consequences.
Elizabeth Proctor
Elizabeth shares similar inclination towards justice and moral principles with her husband Proctor. She is a virtuous and faithful woman but is tormented by her husband’s affair. She struggles to forgive her husband and let go of her anger. However, Elizabeth can be a cold and demanding woman, who comes to the
John Proctor is an honorable and righteous man in The Crucible, but he’s guilty of an unforgivable sin. He’s the voice of reason and justice in Salem but no one knows about he’s dirty little secret. He’s characterized for being an intelligent man but his lust for Abigail led to his affair, destroying completely trust between his relationship with his wife Elizabeth. Because of his affair with Abigail, Proctor questions whether or not he is a moral man, yet this adultery is the only crime he has ever committed. His love for his wife is proven at the moment he confesses his adultery with Abigail in front of the court, leaving behind all pride and fear of public opinion. Refusing to give up his personal integrity, Proctor prefers to die with dignity than to confess to witchcraft.
Abigail Williams
Abigail is characterized to be a malicious, selfish, and manipulative girl who, in an attempt to protect herself from punishment she’s willing to accuse those who oppose her. Abigail is a compulsive liar who charges witchcraft against innocent people without measuring the consequences of this horrendous calumny. She’s not only a cold-hearted seventeen year-old but she’s also the center of discord in the town. Her leadership skills allow her to gain control over the girls in Salem, protecting herself from the dangerous truth. Abigail is ruled by the hatred and revenge she feels for John Proctor’s wife and her biggest fantasy is to take Elizabeth Proctor’s place. Wherever she goes, Abigail causes chaos to those who surround her but stays at peace with her mind and manages to not be touched by the consequences.
Elizabeth Proctor
Elizabeth shares similar inclination towards justice and moral principles with her husband Proctor. She is a virtuous and faithful woman but is tormented by her husband’s affair. She struggles to forgive her husband and let go of her anger. However, Elizabeth can be a cold and demanding woman, who comes to the