A "crucible" is defined as a metal container used for melting and purifying substances at high temperature or a place or occasion of severe test or trial. ... Their sanity and fear bring the entire community to a melting point, where they are caught up in the deceit and paranoia, and put it through a severe test during the trials. ... She also tells Proctor that he "takes [her] sins upon [him]" (137).  Even though Proctor insists that the sins are his blame, she tries to persuade and help him to redeem himself. ... When the seed of forgiveness flowers, the chains of reputation diss...

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