Question

Proctor believes that Abigail accuses Elizabeth of witchcraft because:

a) Abigail is secretly in love with Elizabeth.
b) Abigail wants to become a better person.
c) Abigail wants to take Elizabeth's place in the family.
d) Abigail seeks revenge on Elizabeth.

Answer 1

Abigail accuses Elizabeth of witchcraft because she seeks revenge on her for her husband's affair.

Step-by-step explanation:

Abigail is believed to accuse Elizabeth of witchcraft because she seeks revenge on Elizabeth. In the Salem witch trials, personal disputes and grudges often led to false accusations. In the case of Abigail and Elizabeth, Abigail resents Elizabeth because Elizabeth's husband, John Proctor, had an affair with Abigail. Accusing Elizabeth of witchcraft provides Abigail with a way to get rid of her and take her place in the family.