Characters: Elizabeth Proctor (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards

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Characters: Elizabeth Proctor
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Elizabeth Proctor's role in The Crucible

Moral compass of the play

Elizabeth's 3 core character traits

Honesty, integrity, strong sense of morality

Elizabeth's reputation in Salem

She never lies

Elizabeth's main internal conflict

Forgiving John's affair with Abigail Williams

What Elizabeth admits about herself

She was a 'cold wife' who kept a 'cold house'

When Elizabeth lies for the first time

To protect John's reputation

Ironic result of Elizabeth's lie

Leads to John's condemnation

Who accuses Elizabeth of witchcraft

Abigail Williams

Elizabeth's response to false witchcraft charges

Refuses to confess or lie to save herself

Elizabeth's character transformation

From cold/unforgiving to introspective and forgiving

Elizabeth & John's relationship by play's end

Mutual respect and understanding

Elizabeth's final act regarding John

Supports his decision to die with honour intact

Elizabeth Proctor's legacy in the play

Embodies honesty, integrity, and forgiveness

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