In Act One, Abigail and John Proctor are alone together (with the near-unconscious Betty Parris) for a few minutes, and it gives us an opportunity to see what really motivates her: her own selfish desire to possess him. When Abigail insults John's wife, Elizabeth, for turning her out, he threatens to whip her if she continues. In tears, she cries, I look for John Proctor that took me from my sleep and put knowledge in my heart! I never...
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