In The Crucible by Arthur Miller, the characters are so concerned with their reputations that it causes them to lie, go to the gallows, and overestimate their knowledge in the events taking place in Salem. Abigail Williams showed the importance of her reputation by lying and threatening during difficult situations. Abigail “and a group of young girls reportedly danced and practiced abominations in the woods: where the witchcraft hysteria begun.” (1) Abigail’s uncle, Parris, a powerful man in the Salem court, found the groups of girls. They were all accused of witchcraft, a deed punished by death. Frightened and embarrassed, Abigail does everything in her power to save her reputation. When Paris confronts the girls wanting an explanation
