The Crucible

John Proctor is reluctant to become involved with the trials because he does not want to damage his reputation. Do you think people should risk their personal reputations for a greater good? Explain why or why not?

John Proctor is reluctant to become involved with the trials because he does not want to damage his reputation. Do you think people should risk their personal reputations for a greater good? Explain why or why not? use an example from the play to support your answer.

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This question calls for your opinion, there is no wrong answer. In my opinion, John Proctor's duty to his family required him to get involved. His wife's imprisonment, as well as his unborn child, deserved his honestly.... the act of taking responsibility.