Aye. But the Devil is a wily one, you cannot deny it. However, she is far from accused, and I know she will not be. I thought, sir, to put some questions as to the Christian character of this house, if you’ll permit me.
– Arthur Miller
The Crucible, Act 2. Hale, on a visit to the Proctors’ home, reveals that Rebecca Nurse has been mentioned in the witch trials court but says he doesn’t believe she will be accused. He then gets round to the purpose of his visit, to question them about their Christianity, having told Elizabeth that she was mentioned in the court.