When Elizabeth found out about the relationship between John and Abigail, she fired the girl and hoped to sort the issue out with her husband privately. Her will to resolve issues with John privately brought her in direct conflict with Abigail, who hoped that Elizabeth would seek separation from John. When the opportunity arose, Abigail accused Elizabeth of witchcraft.
In essence, Elizabeth sought to maintain her husband’s good name within the Salem community. She did...
When Elizabeth found out about the relationship between John and Abigail, she fired the girl and hoped to sort the issue out with her husband privately. Her will to resolve issues with John privately brought her in direct conflict with Abigail, who hoped that Elizabeth would seek separation from John. When the opportunity arose, Abigail accused Elizabeth of witchcraft.
In essence, Elizabeth sought to maintain her husband’s good name within the Salem community. She did admit to her own weaknesses because she believed John was blaming himself for everything. She thought it fair to balance out the issue and pointed out the situation that led to John’s adultery. Elizabeth blamed her insecurities for what happened, but John remained adamant with regards to his own weakness.
Elizabeth: John, I counted myself so plain, so poorly made, no honest love could come to me! Suspicion kissed you when I did; I never knew how I should say my love. It were a cold house I kept! In fright, she swerves, as Hathorne enters. (Elizabeth admitting her role in John's adultery)
Through Elizabeth’s claims it was clear that they both had their weakness but they were willing to work through their issues. This attests to their close bond and their will to see their marriage prevail.
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