ipl-logo

Examples Of Self Preservation In The Crucible

250 Words1 Pages
Self preservation is one of mankind's base instincts and is ever present in everyone. This animalistic instinct can cause a person to do things seen as morally wrong by others or some will go to the most extreme lengths to keep themselves alive. Within the story The Crucible by Arthur Miller onse such character displays a very evident sense of self preservation and that character is none other than Mary Warren. Within the story Mary Warren is very guilty of raising hysteria amongst the town because of her actions due to self preservation. Mary Warren lied her way to safety and eventually worked her way into the court system. Even though she was with the girls when they dancing occured Mary still was willing to accuse others of the crime
Open Document