The Crucible Ending Analysis

The purpose of giving the play a tragic ending is to hone in on the aftermath of the Salem Witch trials. In the lines, “Hale weeps in frantic prayer, and the new sun is pouring in upon her face, and the drums rattle like bones in the morning air.” (145), Miller shows the despair lingering in the air. Hale’s prayer shows the grief felt for the many innocent men and women who were falsely accused and executed. Another purpose for giving the play a tragic ending is to get the audience to reflect on the last scene. Miller shows the lasting hint of despair, while showing hope replacing despair. He does this by using the theater effects of the rising sun. He inspires the audience by showing them that even during the toughest times, the sun still