Question

1. John Proctor tells his wife Elizabeth that her "justice would freeze beer." What does he meun

by this example of hyperbole? Who is acting most reasonable in this scene-John or Elizabeth
Explain.

Answer 1

Proctor claims he feels judged by Elizabeth, and the hyperbole used refers to how cold she is, so cold that she could freeze beer, which freezes at a colder temperature than water. He means that she has no warm feelings for him, as in no compassion.

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