Shielded Consequences

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revenge with people: “He was a man with many grievances…The motif of resentment is clear here. Thomas Putnam felt that his own name and the honor of his family had been smirched by the village, and he meant to right matters however he could”(14). Putnam’s background is a backdrop for all of his actions. By presenting that problems seem to find their way to him, Putnam is readily recognizable as one who would look to take advantage of the ensuing mayhem that engulfs Salem. So, Putnam accuses people of using his land and stealing his oak: “I’ll have my men on you, Corey! I’ll clap a writ on you!”(32). Putnam is a greedy man who thinks only of himself. He finally sees the opportunity to get the land which he always felt entitled. He only wants what is best for him, no matter the consequence. As a result, he accused George Jacobs of being a witch in order to get his land: “If Jacobs hangs for a witch he forfeit up his property-that’s law! And there is none but Putnam ...

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