Question

value: 5
a pregnant elizabeth speaks to john; she eventually tells him she wants him to live. what does he decide to do?
a. he refuses to lie.
b. he chooses to live; in order to do this, he must give a false confession.
c. he begs for his life in order to raise his children.

Explanation:

This question refers to Arthur Miller's The Crucible. When his pregnant wife Elizabeth urges John Proctor to live, he initially considers it, but ultimately refuses to falsely confess (and ruin his name/leave a tainted legacy for his child) by refusing to lie.

Answer:

a. He refuses to lie.