Group 1: Salem Witch Trials
Questions:
- When did the Salem Witch Trials take place?
- How many people died?
- Was this the first time that people had been persecuted as witches? Briefly explain the history of witch hunts.
- How did people avoid execution?
- List 5 possible causes for the outbreak of witchcraft hysteria in Salem.
- Describe the procedure used in the Salem Witch Trials.
- What put an end to the witch trials?
- Identify the following people:
- Sarah Goode
- Tituba
- Rev. Samuel Parris
- John Proctor
- Rebecca Nurse
- Giles Corey
- Sarah Goode