The last two lines of the play raise interesting questions. It's interesting that, though this is Proctor's story, Miller doesn't give him the last word. Instead, Reverend Hale and Elizabeth Proctor get the honor. Miller writes:

Hale does have a pretty good point. Though the character of Proctor is often lauded for his integrity, is he really helping his family by dying? His wife, sons, and unborn child will have to make it in the world without him. This is none too easy in the harsh Massachusetts wilderness. His choice of death could also be viewed as a form of suicide, which is forbidden for Christians. His death might also be interpreted as inherently selfish... because he's placing his own self-image above the good of his family.

Was Hale right to say that Proctor should lie and save himself?  Or is Elizabeth right to allow Proctor to lose his life for what he believes is right?  Take a stance and discuss in your response.