\begin{tabular}{l} 2:31 Take Quiz \\ Question 18 \\ Read the following passage from The \\ Crucible Act 1, Part 3 by Arthur Miller. \\ ABIGAIL (holding Mercy back): No, he'll \\ be comin' up. Listen, now; if they be \\ questioning us, tell them we danced-। \\ told him as much already. \\ MERCY: Aye. And what more? \\ ABIGAIL: He knows \\ Tituba conjured Ruth's sisters to come \\ out of the grave. \\ MERCY: And what more? \\ ABIGAIL: He saw you naked. \\ Question 19 \\ What is the best meaning of the word \\ CONJURED as it is used in this passage? \\ \hline O summoned, as if by supernatural means an interaction with \\ \hline o yelled and scolded about \\ \hline\end{tabular}

In this passage from "The Crucible," the word "conjured" refers to summoning or calling forth spirits or supernatural entities, typically through magical practices. The context implies that Abigail and Mercy are discussing how Tituba supposedly invoked the spirits of the deceased to influence events, which plays into the themes of fear and hysteria central to the play. This moment reflects the puritanical fears of the time, showcasing how easily rumors and accusations can spiral out of control. In the Salem witch trials, conversations about conjuring were not merely about the supernatural; they were laden with implications that could ruin lives. It’s a fascinating snapshot of how fear can breed irrational behavior and societal chaos.