The Crucible by Arthur Miller

Insight plays a large role in The Crucible by Arthur Miller. Insight is defined as "the capacity to discern the true nature of a situation". Basically, it means that you are able to realize what is really going on. The word "crucible" is defined as "a severe test or trial". This is realized by the plotline as innocent citizens are cruelly punished for "supernatural" sins. John Proctor, Elizabeth Proctor, and Reverend hale all gain insight …

…to convince Proctor, but fails because John had already made his decision. Insight is clearly a main idea in The Crucible. This is revealed through trials and tribulations that the characters face through the story. The Proctors and Mr. Hale gain insight and revelation throughout their hardships and change their views on life nearly one-hundred eighty degrees. This shows even the proudest and most humble can have the same kind of change within their hearts.