What Is The Importance Of Reputation In The Crucible
In The Crucible there are consistent themes of the importance of reputation in society during the Salem Witch Trials. Within the town of Salem women specifically were expected to keep and maintain a good image by their actions, words, etc. Due to the witch trials, women were robbed of their good woman title, and their honor.
Reputation was a key part of society during the time period of the witch trials. Women weren’t seen equal to men, and they had to be held accountable to high standards. In a conversation between Proctor and Parris, Proctor says, “...so many of these women have lived so long with such upright reputation.” (84). Proctor recognizes the reputation, not by rebuking its importance, but by reminding Parris of what is at stake
Reputation was a key part of society during the time period of the witch trials. Women weren’t seen equal to men, and they had to be held accountable to high standards. In a conversation between Proctor and Parris, Proctor says, “...so many of these women have lived so long with such upright reputation.” (84). Proctor recognizes the reputation, not by rebuking its importance, but by reminding Parris of what is at stake