Arthur Miller

A hysterical, fearful, self-righteous, accusatory Mary Warren's monologue from "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. Genre: drama.

Judge Danforth explains the legal logic of the Salem witch trials to Reverend Hale. He argues that because witchcraft is an 'invisible crime,' the court must rely solely on the testimony of the victims rather than traditional legal defense.

Mary Warren returns from the Salem court and hysterically describes how she became convinced of Sarah Good's witchcraft. She explains the physical sensations of the 'curse' and the evidence that led to the woman's condemnation.

Biff Loman finally confronts his father, Willy, about the lies and delusions that have plagued their family. He admits to his failures and begs his father to let go of the 'phony dream' of material success.

Mary Warren returns from the Salem court and describes the physical sensations of hysteria she experienced while accusing Sarah Good. She explains how the court trapped the old woman by forcing her to recite the Ten Commandments.

Biff Loman finally confronts his father, Willy, breaking through years of family delusions to admit his failures and his true identity. He desperately tries to make his father understand that they are both ordinary men who do not fit the 'great' lives Willy imagined for them.