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Summary Of The Crucible Act 2

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The Closing of Act Two (Scene One) Elizabeth Proctor is kneeling on the edge of a small cot in the corner of a dark room. A candle sitting on an unstable nightstand flickers and begins to snuff out. Across the room, a boy is asleep. Elizabeth folds her legs and pushes her hands together. She closes her eyes and begins to speak. ELIZABETH PROCTOR: Dear Lord, I am in realization that I have been exceedingly harsh towards my husband over the past several months; for ’twas I that was cold. However, I genuinely fear that Abigail Williams is being set loose by Him to take my place. I worry that the wretched girl will deny witnessing the creation of Mary Warren’s poppet and will proceed to accuse myself of making a pact with Him. I do not desire

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