The Crucible -

The story begins in Salem, Massachusetts, after several young girls are caught dancing in the woods. To avoid punishment, they claim they were bewitched, sparking a city-wide frenzy.

: The conflict between maintaining a "good name" in public versus staying true to one’s conscience. The Crucible

: Proctor chooses to die with his integrity intact rather than sign a false confession that would blacken his name and be used to justify the court's actions. 🗝️ Core Themes The story begins in Salem, Massachusetts, after several

: John Proctor eventually confesses to his affair to discredit Abigail, but his wife Elizabeth—trying to protect his reputation—unwittingly lies to the court, sealing their fate. The story begins in Salem