The Crucible - John Proctor's name
In The Crucible, Miller seeks to depict the significance of one’s “name” within the Salem community. One’s “name” is parallel to one’s reputation, as it is permanent and paints a picture of one’s true self to the town. One’s name becomes increasingly important at a time when finger-pointing and false accusations can easily bring about its demise. Early in the play, John Proctor sees the preservation of his reputation as priority above all else. To him, a name lasts a lifetime. He is reluctant to do anything that would challenge the purity of his name. Even giving up vital information in court that may put an end to the executions is difficult to do, because it shows him as the lecher he is. Towards the end, Proctor realizes that a “name” is only as decent as the soul it represents. He is faced with the decision of his soul over his name, and in the
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Approximate Word count = 574
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)
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