Character Motivations in The Crucible Essay -- Arthur Miller

MotivationsIn the play, The Crucible,by Arthur Miller.Many characters have desires that drive them to pursue certain things.This affects the plot in some ways.In this puritan society,people strongly cared what other people think of them and how their reputation stands in the village.They always strive to make sure their actions reflect wisely on their names.A major(ip) motivation John Proctor,Abagail,and Parris share is pride in their names,which eventually leads to their ultimate downfall.When the play sets in action, John has had a past affair with his servant, Abigail Williams. His wife, Elizabeth Proctor, is very compassionate of his sin, but John has his mind set that he will not confess to anyone else, in fear of ruining his good name and reputation. The affair betwixt John and Abigail causes the start of chaotic delightery and accusation. After the affair, Abigail becomes horribly jealous of Elizabeth Proctor. Proctor realizes there is only one way to stop all the witch hy steria in Salem, and that would be to admit to adultery which is considered a sin. . Also in the beginning R...