Hathorne expresses concerns about Parris's recent, strange behavior to Danforth in this scene.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

To assess the statement, we need to analyze the relationship between Hathorne, Parris, and Danforth in the context of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible."

1. Character Analysis: Hathorne is a judge who is involved in the witch trials. Parris is the minister of Salem, and Danforth is a deputy governor who plays a significant role in the trials. Their interactions often revolve around the legitimacy of the trials and the motivations behind the characters’ actions.

2. Context of the Scene: In scenes where Hathorne discusses Parris, he often does so in relation to Parris's motivations and the impact of his behavior on the court’s proceedings. Hathorne does express concerns about the climate of fear and instability that Parris's actions may contribute to.

Given this analysis, the statement “Hathorne expresses concerns about Parris's recent, strange behavior to Danforth in this scene” is True. Hathorne does communicate apprehensions regarding Parris, suggesting that Parris's behavior is inconsistent and potentially troubling in the context of the unfolding events in Salem.