The Crucible
How does Abigail behave toward John Proctor? What can we gather about their relationship?
Act 1
Act 1
Abigail acts familiar with Proctor. Her body language and speech alert us to the fact that they once had a kind of relationship...... and that Abigail would like it to continue.
Abigail: Oh, posh! Winningly she comes a little closer, with a confidential, wicked air.
A trill of expectant laughter escapes her, and she dares come closer, feverishly looking into his eyes.
Abigail: Give me a word, John. A soft word. Her concentrated desire destroys his smile.
The Crucible