Marshal Herrick's drinking indicates that he feels guilty and ashamed for being involved in the witch trials. ... By giving her a drink of hard cider, Herrick is showing Sarah compassion, which stems from his feelings of guilt and shame.

What is the purpose of the short scene between Herrick and the prisoners?

What is the significance of the scene between Herrick and the accused witches? The significance of the scene between Herrick and the accused witches is that it shows how bad the conditions are in Salem. (Shows the two woman have gone crazy in jail for the past two months.)

Who is drunk in the crucible?

Herrick comes in, drunk, and nudges Sarah Good to wake her up. Tituba also wakes up.