Question

Describe mercy Lewis. Describe Mary warren. What does Abigail threaten to do to the girls if they tell about the causing of spells in the woods? Why is Abigail so dark

Answer 1

Mercy Lewis in Putnam's servant and Abigail's most faithful friend. She is a fat, sly merciless eighteen-year-old girl whom Parris found naked when he spied the girls dancing in the woods. Mercy and Abigail run away from the village when the things got tough.

Mary Warren has a very weak character. She becomes part of the court that condemns witches. At first, she seems to enjoy the power it gives her. When clearly innocent people begin to be convicted, however, Mary feels guilty.

Abigail threatens to silt the girl's throat if they tell about the causing of spells in the woods.

Abigail is an orphan. She is clearly the villain of the play. She tells lies, manipulates her friends and the entire town, and eventually sends nineteen innocent people to their death. Abigail's motivations never seem more complex than simple jealousy and a desire to have revenge on Elizabeth Proctor.