Love is like a clock with many gears and springs which can be broken or worn out. The only difference is that in love, it’s much more difficult to repair bonds that were broken. Our bond was broken and you, John are responsible for this. Now i’m here in this cold place away from you. I love thee still with all my heart and there are no bad words to be uttered, by my lips, against thy name. My punishment is not mine, we both know that I have done nothing wrong. Yet i’ve been accused by a hypocrite. The worst thing is not this but that my own husband can’t defend me. John thee are weak in the presence of Abigail. Your sin has become the crack in the foundation of our marriage. Why did thee hurt me when all I did was trust and honor you? We are …show more content…
husband and wife, yet lately it feels as if we were never one. It’s not just me who is suffering, others are being accused, innocent, good people are falling. Some have already hung and yet thee sit and say nothing. Abigail is manipulative, yes but we must stand firm against her wickedness. If this continues surely there will be a widower and motherless boys. John inform the court that Abigail's accusations are fraudulent, make clear the reasons behind her lies, and confess thy sin against thy wife. John, confine in the court your knowledge of Abigail's involvement in the witchcraft accusations, let them know that Abigail is not the victim she proclaims.
Many innocent people are being damaged by that snake’s poisonous spew. You assured me that it was only “ a black mischief.”(Act 2, page 1163) John, Abigail herself intrusted you this secret of hers. The judges have been deceived just like you, her beauty and youth can not be trusted. Abigail seems innocent, I myself trusted her in my house and around you, my husband. She is capable of wicked things yet nobody sees the Devil in her. Those accusations will ruin us all, John. Power is an addicting thing, imagine what could be next if thee allow this to happen. The court needs to know that Abigail confessed that the rumors of witchcraft were false. This is the mistake in her plan, use it to cause question in the court. Abigail is but a child playing a game in which we must also take part …show more content…
in. The court needs to know that Abigail intents to remove me from you and accusing me of witchcraft is the easiest way.
In order to have you, Abigail needs me out of the picture. That child is infatuated with thee and if she can’t have thee then no one will. When Cheever showed up with the warrant for my arrest he stated that “ Abigail Williams charge her.” Who else would have charged me but the child who slept with my husband?(Act 2, page 1176) Her obsession is so strong she is willing to doom others in order to obtain you, John. That kind of lust is dangerous and no obstacle will be great enough to halt her. She will not think twice of those who she mows over but Abigail will simply sport on the lives of any in her way. Everyone will become a pawn on her chest board. If the court knows about the intentions of Abigail, they will see Salem by what it truly is. Witches don’t inhabit Salem, only people of poor morels. We are blinded by superstition when the true cause of turmoil is passion and greed. It became too much for this small town to contain and now it’s manifested in it’s truest
form. Lust is Abigail's motivation, in order to explain to the court why she is accusing people you will have to be honest and confess to breaking the seventh commandment. You’re a good man ,“ I never thought you but a good man.”(Act 2, page 1164) John, thou must admit thy fault for the town to understand the origin of the hate. That act of passion, thee share with Abigail is shameful and just like thee she cannot bear it to be known. The court will have to know about Abigail to understand her motivation in this time. This is the final step, the most difficult one, I know, thee will have to take. There is more at stake then the image you are so inclined to keep. The lives of the innocent are being ripped away, good John Proctor, I thy wife, Elizabeth plead thee to have mercy on us. Do not let evil perceiver over the innocent and righteous of God. Abigail has messed with thy family and friends. Accusing me of witchcraft so that I may be hung and far away from you. The women who thee made a wife and a mother of children will be taken by a lie. Act now John Proctor, or I fear it maybe too late for the both of us to be saved. Once the court is informed of Abigail's false accusations, her reasons behind them, and the commitment of adultery, which sparked all of his madness then the court will see the wrongness of their convictions. It needs to be known that Abigail is a liar, who placed her aim on the wife of her partner in sin. John Proctor take hast it is urgent that there be interject for it is in thy hands that lies the life of thy innocent wife and friends. If ever there was a way that God would forgive thy sin then this would be it. Seize the opportunity to show that there lies no evil in John Proctor's heart. If thou still loves Elizabeth take hast and save a mother's life. What is truth in this world will always be obscured by the true nature of humanity. Only the light of God is strong enough to penetrate the veil of darkness.
In this excerpt from the book, the reader is able to learn the true intentions and motives behind Abigail’s actions. Throughout the book one is able to see how Abigail is repeatedly trying to protect herself by creating false accusations against innocent people. Abigail tries to protect her reputation by creating a hostile atmosphere; forcing others into agreeing on lying about what actually happened in the woods. What sets this quote aside from others, is how Abigail uses threats of violence and, the belief that the she might know some form of witchcraft. Abigail uses these threats in order to try to save herself and her reputation throughout the book.
Have you ever wanted something so badly, that you would do anything to get it? Abigail Williams, one of the main protagonists in the play The Crucible, is a prime example of this. The Crucible takes place in Salem village, where over twenty people are being persecuted for witchcraft. She wanted to be with John Proctor, a married man with three children, more than anything. The extent that she was willing to go is belligerently horrific. Abigail's flaws of immaturity, jealousy, and deceitfulness led to her ultimate downfall of her beloved John being sentenced to death.
Abigail Williams is motivated to lie about her affair with John Proctor. What motivates her to lie is the thought of getting hung. Another big reason that she could be lying is for vengeance. Abigail loves John Proctor and one night they had an affair and touched. Since then, Abigail has been jealous towards John’s wife, Elizabeth. Abigail goes into the forest with some other young girls and Tituba, who makes a potion to have boys fall in love with them. This is a great example, “ABIGAIL, pulling her away from the window: I told him everything; he knows now, he knows everything we—BETTY: You drank blood, Abby! You didn't tell him that! ABIGAIL: Betty, you never say that
In Arthur Miller’s play, The Crucible, Miller demonstrated that it was Abigail William’s flaws – mendacity, lust, and arrogance – that led her to be responsible the most for the tragedy of the witch hunt in Salem, Massachusetts. Driven by lust, Abigail was able to lie to the Salem community in hopes of covering her and her friends’ deeds and gaining the attention of John Proctor. Her arrogance enabled her t0 advance her deceit.
The true antagonist of the play is the town of Salem itself, because of the judgemental and self concerned peoples, and its oppressive views. Abigail;s outrageous actions are due to her desensitized views on death and actions otherwise viewed as unethical. From her youth ABigail recalls: “ I saw indians smash my dear parents’ head on the pillow next to mine and i have seen some reddish work at night” (Miller 20), because of this Abigail is numb to death and suffering and is in fact quite morbid. There is no problem in condemning other to death in Abigail’s eyes because she doesn’t see the issue with it. Abigail does not seem to comprehend that it is unethical to let people be hanged and stoned to death and has no issue telling others that she “ can make you wish you had never seen the sun go down” (Miller 20). Not only is Abigail desensitized to murder and death, she is also numb to other unethical dilemmas. Abigail is desensitized to corrupting the Proctor’s marriage because of her childish lust and obsession for John Proctor. Such desires can be seen through her encounters with Proctor. In regards to their so called “relationship” she says: “it’s she put me out, you cannot pretend it were you. I saw your face when she put me out, and you loved me then and you love me now!” (Miller 22). Abigail does not view her behavior t...
In Arthur Miller's The Crucible, the main character Abigail Williams is to blame for the 1692 witch trials in Salem, Massachusetts. Abigail is a mean and vindictive person who always wants her way, no matter who she hurts. Through out the play her accusations and lies cause many people pain and suffering, but she seemed to never care for any of them except John Proctor, whom she had an affair with seven months prior to the beginning of the play. John Proctor and his wife Elizabeth used to employ Abigail, until Elizabeth found out the affair and threw Abigail out. Although John told Abigail that the affair was over and he would never touch her again, she tried desperately to rekindle their romance. "Abby, I may think of you softly from time to time. But I will cut off my hand before I'll ever reach for you again." (Page 23) She claimed that she loved John and that he loved her. Before the play began, Abigail tried to kill Elizabeth with a curse. She thought that if Elizabeth were dead John would marry her. Further into the play, Abigail accused Elizabeth of witchcraft. She saw Marry Warren, the Proctor's servant, making a poppet. Mary put a needle into the doll, and Abigail used that for her accusation. She stabbed herself with a needle and claimed that Elizabeth's soul had done it. Although Abigail claimed she loved John, she may have just loved the care and attention he gave her. John cared for her like no one else had. In a way he could be described as somewhat of a father figure to her. When Abigail was just a child, she witnessed her parents' brutal murders. "I saw Indians smash my dear parent's heads on the pillow next to mine..." (page 20) After her traumatic experience, she was raised by her uncle, Reverend Parris, who is somewhat of a villain. In the play it was written, "He (Parris) was a widower with no interest in children, or talent with them." (Page 3) Parris regarded children as young adults who should be "thankful for being permitted to walk straight, eyes slightly lowered, arms at the sides, and mouths shut until bidden to speak." (Page 4) Therefore, it is obvious to see that Abigail grew up without any love or nurturing.
Abigail shows much dislike for Elizabeth in the play and says to John "She is blackening my name in the village!" (Act 1). Once the town hears rumours of this affair they shun Abigail. This disengagement makes Abigail seek vengeance towards them; accusing many people of witchcraft. Abigail is a strong and determined character; she manipulates people to get herself out of her own trouble.
Certain effeminate stereotypes are presented throughout the course of the play. One of which, being that of the immoral, husbandless woman, Abigail embodies. Slave to emotion and motivated by lust, Abigail falls under the gender stereotypes present in Salem at this point in history. Of the many plotlines Miller follows, Abigail and John’s affair is the most relevant to this keynote. In Act I, when John and Abigail have a private exchange in Betty’s room, Abigail pleads with John for his affection, imploring, “Give me a word, John.
As the town uncovers the antics of the girls and are outraged, the girls start to cry out names of others they have supposedly seen with the Devil in order to save themselves. Therefore, the audience perceives that the affair between John and Abigail is the instigator of all the hysteria surrounding the witch trials, signifying the consequences of a small human error. The affair also caused Elizabeth to distrust John, who for seven months was trying to get into her good graces and is tired of her suspicion. He bluntly tells her "... I have not moved from there to there without I think to please you.
At great personal costs to himself, John reveals Abigail’s true motivation of jealousy and desire. When he confesses to committing adultery,John knows numerous people have died or confessed to having been visited by Satan. However, the confession does not help anyone as John is being accused of
Abigail accuses innocent people of witchcraft, including John’s wife, Elizabeth. She does this so her and John would be together and Elizabeth wouldn’t be in his life, even after John told Abigail he does not love her. He faces this crucible throughout the play and changes his demeanor towards Abigail. John becomes infuriated and he wants to expose Abigail for making false accusations of witchcraft, although it might include his confession of adultery. John eventually confesses his sin of adultery but refuses for it to be made public and posted on the church door, resulting in his
Abigail is wicked and confident and is not afraid to take control of situations. This is shown when she is with Parris, Abigail is respectful on the surface but she hides her resentment and disrespect. She talks back to defend her name and in Act One, she suggests to Parris," Uncle, the rumour of witchcraft is all about; I think you'd best go down and deny it yourself." She is also aggressive and forceful, the other girls are afraid of her. When Mary Warren suggested that they should confess to dancing in the woods. Abigail threatens them,."..I have seen some reddish work done at night and i can make you wish you had never seen the sun go down!"
Abigail is in love with John since they lusted one time. Abigail will never forget that; she wants to be with him. “I have a sense for heart, John, and yours has drawn on to my wind…” page 23 Act One. This quote proves that she has very strong feelings for John. Elizabeth loves John since they are married. Their religion is another reason they are different. Abigail goes against her religion by constantly lying, causing trouble, and lusting. “She comes to me every night to go and drink blood.” Page 44 Act One. This quote proves that Abigail is a lair because she lies on Tituba to save herself. According to the text “… Is your husband a lecher?” Danforth accuses. “No, Sir” Elizabeth responded. Act three page 113. This was the first time Elizabeth Proctor lies; she only lies to save her husband. This proves that Abigail is a wicked Puritan and Elizabeth is
...ithout concrete evidence. Also, Abigail allows innocent people to be alleged and sometimes even hanged without a chance to defend themselves. Her main reason was to prove the hypocrisy within the town. “Let you beware, Mr. Danforth. Think you to be so mighty that the power of Hell may not turn your wits? Beware of it!” Abigail is hinting that no one especially Danforth, who is loaded with power and authority is able to escape the devil. She sees the trials as a game. Abigail wishes to punish Salem for its hypocritical values by falsely accusing women and men for their wrong doing. Danforth, with the abuse of his authority in a way represents the “Un- American activist committee,” by questioning as many “Communists” as they could. Abigail’s abuse of power represents how blame was thrown onto innocent people, for their lives to be taken if they didn’t “name names.”
In The Crucible, Abigail Williams is a cunning, manipulating and deceitful character who thought of an idea where she can get away with anything without fearing any consequences. A teenager never looked at as a dangerous character by her society; Abigail figured that she could avoid trouble by making up lies to cover up her practicing witch craft. When the other girls from her community who were also involved in this started feeling guilty, Abigail verbally threatened by saying "..Let either of you breathe a word, or the edge of a word, about the other things, and I will come you in the black of some terrible night and I will bring a pointy reckoning that will shutter you. And you know I can do it.."(Act I, 20). She never did play around with her getting in trouble and ruining her chances to be with John Proctor, the man whom she was most in love with. Elizabeth and Abigail are merely opposite of each other. A faithful wife to John Proctor, Elizabeth was more than a bystander in her commu...