Abigail Plan In The Crucible

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Abigail's devious plan gave her the chance to let out all the emotions she had held inside. The plan was created out of love, so when everything was done she would be able to be with John. When she gained all that power it made her a threat to others around her. Abigail had the credibility the court would need to believe her when she accused someone of being a witch. The act of revenge against Elizabeth, was the end goal, she wanted John and the only way to be with him was to get rid of Elizabeth. Abigail's plan was well thought out, which caused her to loose all sense of reality. She believed that John was meant for her, but truthfully Abigail created an imaginary world where he is the object of her affection and everything she does is for

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