Hale asks for a lawyer as an attempt to stop the court proceedings, and also because he knows that Proctor does not "play the game," so to speak, as the court wants him to. This occurs in Act III. Hale is actually arguing that Proctor be able to hire a lawyer to Danforth.
Why do you think Hale wants Proctor to have a lawyer? He sees that the court can twist evidence and fears what will become of Proctor as he presents evidence that is counter to the court's beliefs.
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AnswerWhy does Hale plead with Proctor to get a lawyer?
Jun 06, 2013 · Answered by Aslan 9 years ago 6/6/2013 4:45 AM Proctor knows that the court is a sham and out to get Proctor. Initially he pleads with Proctor to get a lawyer and defend himself. By the end of the play, Hale pleads with Proctor to lie to the courts. Much damage has already been done including the arrest of his innocent wife Elizabeth.
How does Hale react to Proctor's testimony about Abigail?
Oct 09, 2017 · Hale asks for a lawyer as an attempt to stop the court proceedings, and also because he knows that Proctor does not "play the game," so to speak, as the court wants him to. Approved by eNotes...
How does Danforth feel about Hale's questioning of Proctor?
Jun 13, 2020 · Thereof, why is hale so insistent that lawyers be brought in to argue proctors case? I believe Hale is insistent that lawyers be brought in to argue Proctor's case to prove that Elizabeth is innocent because he believes Proctor. He wants to give them more time as well and this will do this and bring another person's unbiased opinion into the court and its unjust ways.
Why does Proctor refuse to go to the court?
Feb 26, 2020 · Why does Hale suggest that Proctor should have a lawyer? What does this tell us about Hale’s feelings about the justice of the trial? Is this a change in his attitude? Why does Danforth refuse? Hale knows Proctor won’t get a fair trial. There is a change in Hale’s attitude.
Why do you think Hale is so insistent that lawyers?
Why do you think Hale is so insistent that lawyers be brought in to argue Proctor's case? He wants to be absolutely sure that Mary Warren is telling the truth and that is can be proven in court without a doubt. He is the one who signs death warrants.
What does Hale request that Proctor do?
Hale asks Proctor to recite the Ten Commandments. Proctor can only recall nine and Elizabeth reminds him of the one he forgot — the commandment forbidding adultery. The fact that Proctor forgets this particular commandment is not unintentional.
Why does Hale interject before Proctor presents his evidence to the court?
Hale tries to interject on behalf of John. Hale demands a lawyer be present, he states that Proctor has always struck him true and that Abigail has always struck him false, and then he even denounces the court and storms out.
Why does Hale criticize Proctor for?
Hale criticizes Proctor for two things. What are these things? Proctor expresses his grievances against Reverend Hale and elaborates on his greedy disposition. The second thing that Reverend Hale criticizes John Proctor for concerns the fact that one of his children is not baptized.
What does Hale request the proctors do to show their faith?
What does Hale request the Proctors do to show their faith? Recite the commandments. How successful are the Proctors in performing this task? John could name nine of the commandments, but he forgets the commandment against adultery.
What do hale and Danforth request of Elizabeth Proctor What is their purpose in this request?
What do Hale and Danforth request of Elizabeth Proctor? They ask Elizabeth to speak with John and get him to confess to witchcraft. They want him to do this so they will not have to hang him (he will just stay in jail).
What is Reverend Hale's advice to John Proctor?
What is Reverend Hale's advice to John Proctor as he is about to read his deposition before the court? Hale thinks the presentation of the deposition should be postponed until Proctor can get a lawyer. What does Danforth think Mary Warren's appearance in the court might be?
What does Hale suggest after the deposition is read?
The deposition states that she never saw the Devil and that the other girls are lying. Hale states that a lawyer should present Proctor's important claim. Hale and Danforth argue over this. After reading the deposition, Parris demands that the court allow him to question Mary Warren.
At what point does Hale begin to show his disapproval of the court's proceedings?
At what point does John Hale begin to show that he is less than satisfied with the court's procedures? After signing seventy-two death warrants, especially Rebecca Nurse's, Hale has started to question what is going on in Salem. He recognizes that the people are fearing the court more than they fear God.
What does Hale ask John to do what happens?
What does Reverend Hale ask Proctor to do? To recite the Ten Commandments. Discuss the meaning of Elizabeth saying "Adultery, John." While reciting the Ten Commandments, he forgets the one sin we know he is guilty of - adultery.
What is the first question that Rev Hale asks John Proctor?
First, Hale questions why John has rarely been seen in church and John replies that Elizabeth was sick all winter so he needed to be home. Second, Hale asks why the Proctor's third son is not baptized and John explains that he does not want Rev. Parris to baptize his son because he doesn't respect him as his minister.
Why does Hale choose to visit those families mentioned by the court what motivates him to do this?
What motivates his actions? Hale says he has come to do the Devil's work because he wants to get people to lie and confess to witchcraft so the accused will get to live. The fact that it will lessen his guilt and save people who were innocent motivates his actions.
Why do you think Hale is so insistent that lawyers be brought in to argue Proctor's case?
Why do you think Hale is so insistent that lawyers be brought in to argue Proctor's case? He wants to be absolutely sure that Mary Warren is telling the truth and that is can be proven in court without a doubt. He is the one who signs death warrants.
What does Hale believe about John?
John needs A professional to defend him present evidence. Hale believes John. He had no longer trust the court. He doesn't want his reputation harmed.
Why does Parris lie?
Parris keeps bringing stuff up and replaying stuff over and over again. He lies to protect himself. He lies about seeing them naked.
Does Hale know Proctor won't get a fair trial?
Hale knows Proctor won't get a fair trial. There is a change in Hale's attitude.
Does Proctor assist Giles and Francis?
They call his bluff. This is not a true court. Proctor refuses to assist Giles and Francis.
Why does Proctor refuse to drop the charges?
They want him to drop the charges because they want to avoid arguments. Proctor refuses because he wants to help Corey and Nurse get their wives out of jail.
Why does Giles accuse Ruth Putnam of witchcraft?
Giles accuses him of manipulating Ruth Putnam to cry witch on his neighbor so that Putnam could get his land.
Why did Abigail and the other women have an affair?
They had an affair. To try and prove that Abigail is guilty for trying to kill his wife.
What does Abigail say about Mary?
Abigail says that Mary is lying. Abigail wants to stay out of trouble.
What does Danforth say about Marry Warren?
Danforth says that Marry Warren's appearance might be an attack on the court. They question her.
Why did Hale quit the court?
In Act III, Hale quits the court in anger and despair when he realizes that he cannot stop the hangings.
What is Reverend Hale's purpose in Salem?
Reverend Hale is a man of good conscience. He comes to Salem to determine if witchcraft was being practiced there, and if so, to save souls and drive out evil. He brings numerous books about witchcraft with him and believes in what they say. Hale has good intentions.
Why does the court not want to consider the fact that the girls are lying?
The court does not want to consider the fact that the girls are lying. They make this accusation in order to dismiss what these men are trying to do.
What does John reveal about Abigail?
John reveals that he had an affair with Abigail. He reveals that information so the court will stop regarding Abigail as a saint. (he wants to prove she is nothing but a vengeful "*****")
Why does Hathorne ask Mary to faint in court?
Hathorne asks Mary to faint in court because she can't if she could faint in court (while pretending), she should be able to pretend to faint now as well. Mary can't handle the pressure. She is not strong and she is terrified by Abigail. It is all too much for her to handle.
What does Mary Warren tell the court?
Mary Warren tells the court that she was pretending to be afflicted. She then states that all of the children are just pretending.
What does Danforth say about innocent people?
Danforth is saying that people who are innocent do not need to be afraid of coming into court.
What does Abigail say about Mary's deposition?
Abigail says that Mary's deposition is a lie; she is trying to protect herself.
Does Hale mistrust the court?
Hale is starting to mistrust the court. He sees how the judges are dismissing everything Proctor is saying, and he wants this evidence to be considered seriously. Yes, this is a change in his attitude.
Why does Giles accuse Ruth Putnam of witchcraft?
Giles accuses him of manipulating Ruth Putnam to cry witch on his neighbor so that Putnam could get his land.
Does Proctor help Giles?
they call his bluff- saying its not a real court. Proctor does not help Giles or Francis.
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