Question

This is referring to the Crucible:

What is the dispute between John Proctor and Thomas Putnam? What does this dispute foreshadow?

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Answer 1

Parris contends that Proctor does not have the right to defy his religious authority. ... Putnam and Proctor argue over the proper ownership of a piece of timberland where Proctor harvests his lumber. Putnam claims that his grandfather left the tract of land to him in his will.