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The truth is that the witch trials are false. People like Abby have been taking advantage of the witch trials and if they would come clean and tell the truth the witch trials could have been stopped. However, they have let the lie go on for so long that it is possible people would not believe them now.

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Mr. Parris has been confused and conflicted by the witch trials the whole time. At first he was scared because he thought that these rumors could force him out of the church. This situation has given him an opportunity to be in charge but with that people have agreed and disagreed on how he has handled the situation. Mr. Parris is motivated by his wish to stay respected in the town as well as do the right thing.

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Tituba was used by Abagail to kick off the witch trials. She was used as a scapegoat and had the blame put on her when she was actually innocent. This was important because it was one of the first accusations that started the trails for everyone. Tituba was motivated by her "innocent" wish to make love potions in the forest.

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Judge Danforth has initiated the witch hunt and has encouraged the trials. He is deciding who is and isn't a witch when the accusations happen. Because of him, many people have continued to accuse people of being witches and have succeeded in having these people hanged. He is motivated by trying to save the people as well as stay respected in the community.

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John Proctor has tried to stop the witch hunt in various ways. His wife has been accused and he has used this to try to stop these rumors and trials. He doesn't believe in this. He is motivated by his wish to tell the truth and for honest justice.

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Abby has been accused of being a witch. She has then used this accusation to accuse other people and further the rumor and lie of witches. Because of her, other people have been tried and killed. She is motivated by her love/lust for John Proctor.

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A Witch Hunt is a search for people who are labeled as "witches" for some reason. In this case, these girls are labeled as witches because of suspicious and inexpiable behavior in the town.  People are scared and are on the "hunt" for someone to blame.