In the very beginning of the crucible what could have been done to stop the tragedy from happening ?

i guess you are missing the idea that has to be supported, am i right?

the use of “as” in the example to draw the resemblance. some more examples of common similes are given below. common examples of simile. our soldiers are as brave as lions. her cheeks are red like a rose. he is as funny as a monkey. the water well was as dry as a bone. he is as cunning as a fox. simile introduces vividness into what we say.

you didn't show the passage, so unfortunately i cant you.

the mending wall was written by robert frost