In the Crucible what epithet did Proctor fear was fraudulent?
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If you haven't read the play yet, an overview can help you through it. If you have read it, you should have no problem answering that question.
In order to find the epithet that Proctor feared was fraudulent in "The Crucible," you can refer to the text of the play itself. "The Crucible" is a play written by Arthur Miller, so you can either read the physical copy of the play or find an online version of it.
To start, you can search for the specific scene or act in which the epithet is mentioned. In this case, Proctor's fear about the fraudulent epithet occurs in Act III. While reading Act III, pay close attention to the dialogue, primarily focusing on Proctor's lines.
In Act III, Proctor fears that his wife, Elizabeth, will be brought in to testify against him. He understands that Abigail, one of the main antagonists of the play, is using the trial to not only get rid of Elizabeth but also to manipulate the situation to her advantage.
During the trial, Abigail claims that Elizabeth has sent her spirit to harm her. When questioned about this, Proctor realizes that there is a fraudulent epithet attached to it. The epithet he fears is fraudulent is when Abigail refers to Elizabeth as a "saint." Proctor understands that this is not true, as he and Elizabeth have their own conflicts and struggles within their marriage.
By exploring Act III and examining Proctor's lines regarding the situation, you will find the specific epithet that he fears is fraudulent: Elizabeth being referred to as a "saint."