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The Crucible Abigail Is Responsible For The Tragedy In Salem

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In the play The Crucible by Arthur Miller Abigail Williams is responsible for the tragedy in Salem due to her relentless desire to be loved by John Proctor, her direful childhood, and her dissembling character towards others. The tragedy in Salem is majorly affected by Abigail's accusations and lies in order to be loved by John Proctor. Abigail used to work for John Proctor and his wife Elizabeth as a servant. It wasn’t until John had an affair with Abigail, that she was kicked out due to Elizabeth’s jealousy. Abigail was infuriated by such an act, so she exclaimed that she would get rid of Elizabeth in order to keep John all to herself. As a sign of revenge, Abigail proclaimed that she had worked with the devil, so she can accuse anyone in

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