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“Can you speak one minute without we land in Hell again? I am sick of Hell!” (Miller 181). “(in a fury) ‘What, are we Quakers? We are not Quakers here yet, Mr. Proctor. And you may tell that to your followers!’” (Miller 181).

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“Can you speak one minute without we land in Hell again? I am sick of Hell!” (Miller 181). “(in a fury) ‘What, are we Quakers? We are not Quakers here yet, Mr. Proctor. And you may tell that to your followers!’” (Miller 181).

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Proctor and Parris’ severe differences create a very tense relationship between Proctor and Parris. The first quote shows Proctors’ belief in changing with the times and going against normal Puritan ways. As a reverend who thinks very highly of himself and his reputation in the church and the community, Parris rejects this idea, scolding him for “speaking his heart” and calling him a Quaker. The stage directions “(in a fury)” and the exclamation points used in this argument shows how their differences create a very heated and tense atmosphere between the two characters.

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“I have given you a home, child, I have put clothes upon your back–now give me an upright answer. Your name in the town–it is entirely white, is it not?” (Miller 171).

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“I have given you a home, child, I have put clothes upon your back–now give me an upright answer. Your name in the town–it is entirely white, is it not?” (Miller 171).

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Parris’ relationship with Abigail is a little complicated, while he is her uncle, he has acted as a sort of father figure towards her. At the same time, Parris is very commanding, condescending, and even threatening with his words towards Abigail, especially when concerning his reputation.

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“There is either obedience or the church will burn like Hell is burning!” (Miller 181).

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“There is either obedience or the church will burn like Hell is burning!” (Miller 181).

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He refers often to burning in hell or influences with Satan when the people do something that angers him. In this case, Paris is enraged that the community is under-paying him for his service to the church.

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Parris strives to belittle people by avoiding calling them by name, but instead referring to them as “child” or “man.”

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“Abigail, I have fought here three long years to bend these stiff-necked people to me…” (Miller 171).

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“Abigail, I have fought here three long years to bend these stiff-necked people to me…” (Miller 171).

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This is a biblical allusion to Exodus 32:9 where the Lord says Moses that the people are quite “stiff-necked people.” Parris connects with Moses as a pastor. Parris also believes his people are lazy and sinful, hence the reference of "stiff-necked people."

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For what purpose is Parris portrayed as an arrogant and selfish minister? How does this relate to the Red Scare?  

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For what purpose is Parris portrayed as an arrogant and selfish minister? How does this relate to the Red Scare?  

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For what purpose does Parris complain about his meager salary? What does this say about his character?

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For what purpose does Parris complain about his meager salary? What does this say about his character?

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For what purpose does Parris deny witchcraft even when everyone else confirms it?

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For what purpose does Parris deny witchcraft even when everyone else confirms it?

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For what purpose does Parris force Abigail’s testimony of witchcraft? What were his motives? 

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For what purpose does Parris force Abigail’s testimony of witchcraft? What were his motives? 

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Parris often uses anastrophe or the inversion of words in his sentences when he is bewildered or angered. He often combines these anastrophes with short, simple sentences. This shows he uses anastrophe when he wishes to get his point across.

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Tired eyes from continuous anxiety over his ministry

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Tired eyes from continuous anxiety over his ministry

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“Mr. Corey, you will look far for a man of my kind at sixty pound a year! I am not used to this poverty; I left a thrifty business in the Barbados to serve the Lord.” (Miller 180).

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“Mr. Corey, you will look far for a man of my kind at sixty pound a year! I am not used to this poverty; I left a thrifty business in the Barbados to serve the Lord.” (Miller 180).

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Shows an anti-archetypal minister who cares too much about material possessions.

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“And I pray you feel the weight of truth upon you, for now my ministry’s at stake, my ministry and perhaps your cousin’s life.” (Miller 170).

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“And I pray you feel the weight of truth upon you, for now my ministry’s at stake, my ministry and perhaps your cousin’s life.” (Miller 170).

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Shows that his daughter’s health as an afterthought. Exemplifies how Parris is more concerned about his reputation than his daughter’s wellbeing. This reveals his egotistical character.

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“He believed he was being persecuted wherever he went, despite his best efforts to win people and God to his side. In meeting, he felt insulted if someone rose to shut the door without first asking his permission.” (Miller 166)

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“He believed he was being persecuted wherever he went, despite his best efforts to win people and God to his side. In meeting, he felt insulted if someone rose to shut the door without first asking his permission.” (Miller 166)

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Shows his paranoia to the world around because he feels constantly persecuted. It additionally shows his arrogance because he will not let others engage in tasks without first receiving his approval. This shows his need for power over the other members of his congregation. It may also be a sign of internal struggle because he needs others' appreciation for his self worth.