Tituba

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What state did the witch trials take place in?

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Massachusetts

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Who was Tituba?

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Tituba was a slave of Reverend Parris from Barbados who showed the girls witchcraft in the woods.

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How does Tituba comfort Betsy?

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She comforts Betsy by telling her that she will protect her because she knows all and sees all.

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What was the name of the slave girl from Barbados?

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Tituba

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What do the accused witches have in common?

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The accused witches are all women who do not fit in the community.

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What role did Tituba play in the Salem witch trials?

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Tituba was one of the first to be accused of witchcraft, which sparked the hysteria.

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What is the significance of Tituba's background?

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Tituba's background as a slave from Barbados highlights the intersection of race, gender, and power in the witch trials.

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What was the community's perception of women accused of witchcraft?

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They were often seen as outsiders or those who did not conform to societal norms.

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What impact did Tituba's confession have on the witch trials?

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Tituba's confession fueled the witch hunt and led to more accusations.

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What themes are present in the story of Tituba?

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Themes of fear, power, and scapegoating are prevalent in the story of Tituba.