Question

What details in Act Four reveal Abigail’s dishonesty?

Answer 1

In Act Four of 'The Crucible,' several details reveal Abigail's dishonesty, including accusing innocent people, fabricating evidence, and shifting blame.

Step-by-step explanation:

In Act Four of the play, 'The Crucible,' several details reveal Abigail's dishonesty:

1. Abigail accuses Mary Warren of sending her spirit out to attack her, even though Mary is with the other girls in the room at the time. This shows that Abigail is willing to lie and accuse innocent people to protect herself.
2. Abigail pretends to see a yellow bird on the ceiling, claiming it is Mary's spirit. This fabrication is a clear example of Abigail's ability to manipulate people and create false evidence.
3. When Abigail is challenged and accused of lying by Reverend Hale, she quickly turns the situation around and accuses Mary of witchcraft instead. This demonstrates her skill in shifting blame and diverting attention away from herself.

Answer 2

In Act 4 it's revealed that Abigail has run away and stolen money from her uncle (and so her reputation takes a hit in her absence), but since she is no longer in Salem, it doesn't really matter for her.