Giles Corey is an interesting character in history. He was actually pressed to death while stating, "More Weight". What motivated Giles corey to die without confessing? How does his decision compare with John Proctor's decision? Do you have any convictions that you would be willing to die for?
I think Giles was deep in his choice, he knew that either direction would never be able to save him. If he confessed of witch craft, it would mean his immediate execution, and if he was to say he was innocent, it would only further the court’s fight, and being found innocent would be close to impossible. He was motivated by the world, and chaotic it is when faced with such an issue. John proctor decided to confess, this was because he could no longer fight the court. Both met their end, but Giles just wanted to keep his dignity and not giving into the system.
I have plenty of things and people I think are worth fighting to the end for. I would fight to the end for my family, and people I consider family. I would also fight to end for my art, do everything I could to defend it.
I think it's safe to say that Giles Corey was stuck between a rock and a hard place. With the imminent threat of death, he chose the wisest way out. I can really relate to the urge to fight to the death for family.
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