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Kayla. Archaic Language. “Goody” (examples: Goody Putnam, Goody Nurse, Goody Proctor) Meaning: Goodwife “Aye” Meaning: Yes “Quail” (example: For them that quail to bring men out of ignorance,…) Meaning: to Cower or shrink back in fear
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Archaic Language • “Goody” (examples: Goody Putnam, Goody Nurse, Goody Proctor) • Meaning: Goodwife • “Aye” • Meaning: Yes • “Quail” (example: For them that quail to bring men out of ignorance,…) • Meaning: to Cower or shrink back in fear These examples of archaic diction were used by the author to give the reader a feel for the time period and feel like the play was actually happening.