John Proctor Character Analysis

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“How may I live without my name? I have given you my soul leave me my name”. John proctor said this quote because he wasn't a witch but confused to be one to save his life. John Proctor was in his mid 30s and accused of witchcraft. They accused him when he was in court trying to save his wife's life by saying he plows on sundays and doesn't go to church. I compare myself to John Proctor by caring, hardworking, and stubborn. John Proctor and i are both similar in that we are caring. John Proctor and myself are both caring. John and I both care about are family and want to help them no matter what. John risked his life by trying to save his wife when she got accused of witchcraft. I risk my life because i care about the people when i go on fire

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