Part one of term paper
The scene in Act Four of The Crucible, by Arthur Miller, defines the characterization, themes, and conflicts of the play. The scene takes place in a court dungeon where John Proctor, is confronted by his wife Elizabeth for the first time in many months. The couple is imprisoned on having been falsely convicted of practicing witchcraft. While ...

Part two of term paper
... conversation that takes place between Proctor and Elizabeth is "above sorrow, beyond it." They are bewildered by the hatred against them. They know they have done nothing, and are falsely accused. Yet, even with the glum atmosphere created by the conversation, the reader detects a glimmer of optimism, determination, and hope in Proctor's voice. The reader feels that he will fight till the end. "It is hard to give a lie to dogs.", he says. Proctor continually wavers in his decision whether to con ...