Revered Parris is motivated by an impulse to protect himself and his position in Salem. He calls for Reverend Hale in the hopes that Hale can authoritatively state that Betty Parris is not guilty of any social transgressions, but has instead fallen under the influence of witchcraft, witches, or spirits. Parris discusses his concerns for the security of his position in Salem in the opening scene of the play when he and Abigail worry over...
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