The Crucible Act 1 Summary

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Objective

I can summarize the key events and characters introduced in Act 1 of The Crucible.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

7 questions

1

Who is Reverend Parris, and what role does he play in the events of Act 1 of The Crucible?

2

Describe the relationship between Abigail Williams and Betty Parris. How does Abigail influence the other girls in the story?

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Summarize the key events that take place in Act 1 of The Crucible, focusing on the actions of Reverend Parris and the girls in the forest. Identify and summarize the main characters introduced in Act 1 of The Crucible, highlighting their motivations and relationships with one another.

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