A farmer and prominent citizen of Salem. He is respected in the community, but he is also a flawed character. He has committed adultery with Abigail Williams, and he tries to cover up his affair by accusing her of witchcraft.
Elizabeth Proctor:
John Proctor's wife. She is a strong and moral woman, but she is also suspicious of Abigail Williams. She believes that Abigail is a liar and a troublemaker, and she warns her husband to stay away from her.
Abigail Williams:
The niece of Reverend Parris. She is a young and beautiful woman, but she is also cunning and malicious. She accuses several innocent people of witchcraft, including Elizabeth Proctor and Mary Warren.
Mary Warren:
A servant in the Proctor household. She is a young and impressionable girl, and she is easily influenced by Abigail Williams. She accuses Elizabeth Proctor of witchcraft, but she later recants her testimony.