Question

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which is an example of external conflict in the crucible?
○ a. hale tries to justify his role in executing many innocent people.
○ b. mary warren struggles between continuing to lie and telling the truth.
○ c. abigail williams accuses elizabeth proctor of practicing witchcraft.
○ d. john proctor feels guilty for having an affair with abigail williams.

Explanation:

External conflict is between a character and an outside force. In option C, Abigail accusing Elizabeth is a character - character conflict, an external conflict. Option A is an internal conflict of Hale's self - justification. Option B is Mary's internal struggle. Option D is John Proctor's internal guilt.

Answer:

C. Abigail Williams accuses Elizabeth Proctor of practicing witchcraft.