Sunday, March 11, 2012

In what way would Betty's fear of her father have accounted for her behavior after the incident in the woods?

Betty's
fear of punishment from either or both
her father and Salem society motivates her behavior after
the incident in the
woods.  This becomes clear when specifically referencing her illness.  If

Betty's illness is seen as legitimate, then her body shutting down is a physical
response to the
internal state of panic she is experiencing.  Parris' own
insecurities about his position,
title, and wealth have been transferred down
to his child, who...

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