I would choose faith. His belt signifies his failure, as "a man may conceal his wrongdoing, but can never erase it." It serves more as a representation of honor than of defeat.
From my perspective, Shakespear is experiencing a moment of despair following a prolonged struggle, so he respectfully seeks divine assistance.
My ideal way to learn about a historical period would be to visit a museum with artifacts from that time and to look up facts and information online.
This question pertains to "The Crucible".
Answer and Explanation:
The concept of theocracy influences all governance and decision-making throughout the plot of "The Crucible". The belief in "witches" is seen as a cause of unrest in the town. It falls upon the government, in this case a theocratic one, to resolve these issues through religious justification.
Though all characters illustrate the impact of theocracy on their behavior, those with government and religious authority, such as Reverend Parris, Herrick, Judge Hathorne and Judge Danforth, exemplify it most clearly.
