Salem Witch Trials Recap 2019

What was the name of the religious group that lived in Salem?

• the Puritans

• the Pilgrims

In which of the 13 colonies was Salem located in?

• Massachusetts

• Virginia

• North Carolina

• Rhode Island

In what year did the Salem Witch Trials take place?

• 1692

• 1607

• 1684

• 1627

The Puritans were known for being

• tolerant of other religions

• intolerant of other religions

The Puritans defined a witch as someone who:

• had magical powers

• did not believe in what the Bible said

• was possessed by the Devil

• looked scary to most people

What was the name of the man who was pressed to death in September 1692?

• Giles Cory

• Wilmot Redd

• George Jacobs

• John Willard

How many accused individuals were killed in Salem in 1692?

• 10

• 20

• 30

• 40

Which members of Salem were more likely to be accused?

• Males

• Females

Were most people who were accused over or under the age of 40?

• over the age of 40

• under the age of 40

Which group included more accusers? (people who pointed the finger at someone)

• Males

• Females