The Crucible: John Proctor Had Common Sense In the play "The Crucible," Millers picture, of the Salem witch hunts of 1692 may fitly be examined as a work of dramatic art, as a product of the author, and as a social document. A major character that enabled the dramatic art to come into play is John Proctor himself who was a leading character and who had a voice of common sense. Arthur Miller built up to the big scenes seen throughout the play where the characters are made to be seen as more appealing. The characterization shown with John Proctor was not only detailed but an essential part of the play. Without Proctor having a part through the play, it w