The Crucible Study Guide Act Three.

1. Describe the questioning of Martha Corey. Does this seem like a fair process? Explain.



2. Why do Giles and Francis interrupt the court?


3. What does Danforth reveal to Proctor about his wife Elizabeth? Why does he choose this point to share this piece of information? How does John react to the news?


4. What document does Proctor present to Danforth? For what purpose?


5. What, about Danforth’s reaction to the document, upsets Francis?


6. What claim does Giles present through his deposition?


7. How does Mr. Putnam react to Giles’ claim?


8. Why won’t Giles reveal the name of the person referred to in his deposition? What does this show about Giles’ character?