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Secrets and Surprises in Puritan Society

Dive into the world of Salem during the witchcraft trials in Act I of "The Crucible." Uncover hidden factions, deceitful dissembling, and the haunting presence of witched individuals. Explore the tension between propriety and abominable accusations while characters grapple with truth and deceit in a society shrouded in mystery and fear.

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Secrets and Surprises in Puritan Society

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  1. Vocabulary 3 The Crucible Act I/ A

  2. Abomination • Noun: hateful or disgusting actions

  3. conjure • To charm or summon (bring forth) something with spells

  4. Dissembling • Verb: pretending; deliberately hiding the truth

  5. Faction • Noun: a secret group or party; a clique

  6. Gibberish • Noun: nonsense and incomprehensible mumbling

  7. Goody • Noun: a title similar to Mrs.; archaic term used for women of common status

  8. Hearty • Adjective: strong; healthy; satisfying

  9. Heathen • Noun: one who is uncivilized and practices a religion other than Judaism, Christianity, or Islam

  10. Opened • Verb: told the complete truth; have been honest

  11. Propriety • Noun: socially correct behaviors; manners

  12. Quaking • Verb: shaking with fear; shivering; trembling

  13. Sniveling • Verb: whining; continually complaining

  14. Trafficked • Verb: had dealings with or associated with

  15. White • Adj: pure; spotless

  16. witched • Verb: bewitched; possessed; or to put a spell on someone

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