Major Characters in the Crucible, Arthur Miller

The play The Crucible features a limited number of characters who play pivotal roles in the story. The main characters in The Crucible are Reverend Parris, Betty Parris, Abigail Williams, John Proctor, Elizabeth Proctor, Tituba, Judge Hathorne, Thomas Putnam, Ruth Putnam, Mary Warren, Mercy Lewis, Deputy Governor Danforth, Reverend Hale, Giles Corey, Rebecca Nurse, Francis Nurse, Sarah Good, and Mrs. Ann Putnam. Brief Introductions to the Characters in The Crucible Reverend Parris Reverend Parris is a minister in Salem. He fears being driven out of Salem due to his daughter Betty's involvement in witchcraft. Parris uses the witch trials to strengthen his authority and maintain his position. Betty Parris Betty Parris is Reverend Parris' daughter. She is discovered by her father dancing in the woods with other girls, practicing witchcraft. Betty admits to witchcraft and begins accusing others. Abigail Williams Abigail Williams is Reverend Parris' niece and the central character in …