why john proctor doesnt need a lawyer

Why does Danforth not allow Proctor to obtain a lawyer?

Why does Danforth not allow Proctor to obtain a lawyer? The evidence is invisible, and the lawyer would only bring in irrelevant evidence. In respect to this, why does Danforth not allow Proctor to obtain a lawyer? The evidence is invisible, and the lawyer would only bring in irrelevant evidence.

Why does Proctor refuse to drop the charge of murder?

Proctor refuses to drop the charge because his friend's (Giles and Francis) wives are going to hang. He is still concerned about everyone else in the jails/about to hang.

Why does Proctor refuse to give a false confession?

Proctor’s refusal to provide a false confession is a true religious and personal stand. Such a confession would dishonor his fellow prisoners, who are brave enough to die as testimony to the truth. Perhaps more relevantly, a false admission would also dishonor him, staining not just his public reputation, but also his soul.

How does Proctor feel about his role in the witch trials?

Proctor’s confession succeeds only in leading to his arrest and conviction as a witch, and though he lambastes the court and its proceedings, he is also aware of his terrible role in allowing this fervor to grow unchecked. Proctor redeems himself and provides a final denunciation of the witch trials in his final act.

Why doesn't the court believe that Proctor needs a lawyer?

Danforth feels Hale is attacking his personal judgment and doesn't believe Proctor needs a lawyer if he is honest. What is contained in Mary Warren's deposition?

Why does Hale want John to have a lawyer?

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. 24.

Why doesn't John Proctor drop his charge against the court?

He doesn't drop his desire to have Mary present her case because she is telling the truth and her story will save his wife's life and those of many other people sitting in jail who are falsely accused of following the Devil.

What is ironic about Danforth's insistence that lawyers are unnecessary?

Since the court is so unwilling to listen to defenders of the accused or to accept their evidence, they need the legal protection that the court insists no innocent person needs. Why is Danforth's insistence that lawyers are unnecessary ironic? The play is filled with people who lie against their neighbors.

Why does Hale want John to confess?

Hale just wants people to confess to save their own lives. He knows the court is wearing out their welcome in Salem. All the court wants is confessions to validate their existence. If they refuse to confess, they will be executed.

Why is Hale responsible for the trials?

Hale returns to Salem to convince the condemned prisoners to confess to witchcraft. He does so because he feels responsible for the miscarriage of justice that led them to their current situation.

How does John Proctor defend himself?

At the end of the play, Proctor refuses to slander himself by allowing the court to nail his false confession to the church door. This action further exemplifies Proctor's integrity.

Why does Proctor not drop the charges against the court when he hears that his wife is pregnant and will be spared for at least a year?

Why does Proctor not drop the charges against the court when he hears that his wife is pregnant and will be spared for at least a year? The wives of his friends are still charged, and Proctor feels he cannot desert them. Proctor believes that his wife could not tell a lie.

What does John Proctor do in court?

Proctor redeems himself and provides a final denunciation of the witch trials in his final act. Offered the opportunity to make a public confession of his guilt and live, he almost succumbs, even signing a written confession.

Why does Danforth not allow Proctor to obtain a lawyer Why do the judges discourage defense of the accused?

Why does Danforth not allow Proctor to obtain a lawyer to defend himself from Mary Warren's deposition? Danforth claims that the evidence against those accused is invisible and that a lawyer would only call extraneous witnesses.

Why does Proctor confess to adultery?

Why does Proctor confess to having an affair with Abigail? He confesses to try to discredit her to the court. He wants them to see how evil and what a liar she is.

What does Proctor confess to?

In a desperate plea to prove to Judge Danforth that Abigail and the rest of the girls were feigning their accusations, Proctor confesses to committing adultery with Abigail.

Why does Proctor refuse to give a false confession?

Proctor’s refusal to provide a false confession is a true religious and personal stand . Such a confession would dishonor his fellow prisoners, who are brave enough to die as testimony to the truth.

What does Proctor do in the final act?

Proctor redeems himself and provides a final denunciation of the witch trials in his final act. Offered the opportunity to make a public confession of his guilt and live, he almost succumbs, even signing a written confession.

What is the significance of Proctor's confession?

Proctor’s confession succeeds only in leading to his arrest and conviction as a witch, and though he lambastes the court and its proceedings, he is also aware of his terrible role in allowing this fervor to grow unchecked. Proctor redeems himself and provides a final denunciation of the witch trials in his final act.

Who is the hero of the Crucible?

The Crucible. In a sense, The Crucible has the structure of a classical tragedy, with John Proctor as the play’s tragic hero. Honest, upright, and blunt-spoken, Proctor is a good man, but one with a secret, fatal flaw. His lust for Abigail Williams led to their affair (which occurs before the play begins), and created Abigail’s jealousy ...

Can Proctor stop Abigail's rampage?

Once the trials begin, Proctor realizes that he can stop Abigail’s rampage through Salem but only if he confesses to his adultery. Such an admission would ruin his good name, and Proctor is, above all, a proud man who places great emphasis on his reputation.

Why does Hale ask for a lawyer?

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.

Why is Hale involved in the court's judgment?

Hale is directly involved in the court's judgment because he is the one signing the death warrants —seventy-two of them, to be exact. With honorable citizens being questioned and contradictory statements flying about the courtroom, Hale has some doubts and does not want to be involved if there is any doubt:

What is Hale arguing about in Act III?

This occurs in Act III. Hale is actually arguing that Proctor be able to hire a lawyer to Danforth. After having witnessed what Hale believes are possibly innocent people be sentenced to death, Hale wants to make sure that what is going on is actually true.

Does Hale believe Proctor is intellectually equipped?

This comment of Hale's demonstrates that hale does not believe Proctor is intellectually equipped to handle his own court proceedings. He believes Proctor needs a professional to act on his behalf.

Does John Proctor have children?

John Proctor does not always do or say what society would recommend. He does not get on well with Reverend Parris, and therefore, only two of his three children are baptized and he has not attended church regularly. He has even plowed his fields on some Sundays.

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.

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