Fear in The Crucible

            Humans have always had an instinct to react with fear to certain situation and in certain ways. This is a primal emotion exists to keep us alive and avoid danger. In the play, "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller we see this emotion come up in many different characters throughout the play-in some more than others and have a great impact on the thoughts and actions of each character. Through these said character, the play emits the notion that fear causes people to react differently in situations, act upon your barbaric instincts, and make rash decisions.
             One character that we see fear have an impact on them is Deputy Governor Danforth. When Danforth is first introduced we can see how he is a calm and reasonable person, taking all evidence that is provided into consideration. Then as the play progresses we can see how slowly Danforth starts to get frustrated and more angered by everything that is said to him, for example, "You will remain where you are! Mr. Parris, go into the court and bring Goodwife Proctor out," (Miller). With this excerpt we can see that Danforth is starting to fear that he was incorrect all this time so he tries to save his name and fight for Abigail to practically believe that she is innocent without even knowing if its true or not.
             Abigail Williams is another character in which we can see the clear reaction of fear. There are many different scenes in which we can see where Abigail react to the things that happen with fear and out of that fear act with her instincts without thinking twice about what she is getting herself into. "My name is good in the village! I will not have it said my name is soiled! Goody Proctor is a gossiping liar!" (Miller). With this quote we can see how Abigail is afraid of being caught. In order to protect herself she does many ludicrous decisions like: accusing many people, lying to the court, manipulating the girls.