How does The Crucible portray fear

Fear plays a major role in "The Crucible" and is the main reason why the village of Salem dealt with the witchcraft incidents so badly. An example of this is the fear of John Proctor who is forced to be forever under the judgement and apprehension that Abigail will tarnish his good name because of his affair with her.

How Fear Motivates the Characters in Arthur Miller's Play, The Crucible ... Reverend Parris fears losing his job, Abigail fears prosecution and losing John Proctor, and Tituba fears physical retribution. Fear induces people to defend their personal whims and use their power to harm others.