Answer to Question #98481 in English for jeriece

Question

The crucible

What does Proctor reveal about himself when he first confesses his affair
and subsequently calls Abigail a whore?

Answer 1

Proctor realizes that he can’t stop Abigail’s rampage through Salem. This could be possible if he confesses to his adultery. Although his confession would ruin his good name, he was confident and proud man who places great emphasis. When his attempt fails, he burst into confession and calls Abagail a “Whore” and proclaims his guilty publicly. However, his confession only leads to his arrest and conviction as a witch