We began reading the final act in the play, Act IV. Ben made an accurate prediction about a main character in the play, John Proctor, stating "he's going to hang!" We discussed the time, place, and setting of Act IV - which begins 3 months later in a jail cell. Ben correctly noted that hysteria has set in to the characters condemned to hang - Tituba and Sarah Good - who scream out that they are waiting for the devil; They hear voices and claim to be talking to Satan. We discussed other plot developments and the changes and motivations of the main characters in the play. Ben's comments demonstrated a sound understanding of the changes between the character as the plot unfolds and there is talk of an uprising. We additionally examined themes of remorse, and forgiveness and examples of each (e.g., Mr. Hale feels remorse for the role he played in having so many people accused of witchcraft - and another officer of the court has taken to drink as he is responsible for bringing those accused to jail.) We discussed Ben's homework which is about the symbolism in the play - and he was reminded to bring home his book. The movie, 'The Crucible' was ordered for Ben so he can view it over the next 3 or 4 sessions with his substitute.