He would rather tell the truth then to lie and be held responsible. Giles tends to remain honest because he knows what happens otherwise. He exemplifies a moment of truth when he is talking to Hathorne and he asks Giles about a lawyer and responds with, “You know I never hired a lawyer in my life, Hathorne”(98). Giles shows his truthful side and also a hidden independent side of his personality. He wants to fend for himself and comes across as a “keep to himself” kinda man. He doesn't want to burden anybody, but he sure knows how to speak up when he needs to comment on something that pertains to him or he feels is necessary. Giles differs from Abigail in the way that, he is truthful and she is dishonest. He wants to reveal the real truth, and not let any person get tricked. A prime example of conveying the truth to others, is when Giles speaks to John, “Say nothin’ more, John. Pointing at Danforth: He’s only playin’ you! He means to hang us all!(103). Giles Corey wants to announce what is gonna happen or the trick that could be pulled, before it even