Historical Events Quiz

What religion is associated with the events in the document?

• Catholic

• Puritan

• Quaker

• Baptist

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Which family is mentioned as the beginning family in the document?

• The Smiths

• The Parris’s

• The Johnsons

• The Williams

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

What was one reason teenagers in the village might have been interested in witchcraft?

• To gain wealth

• To escape boredom

• To learn new skills

• To travel the world

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What was the social impact of accusing someone of witchcraft in the village?

• It improved community relations

• It created disputes and rivalries

• It led to peace

• It was ignored

What was a potential benefit for families who accused others of witchcraft?

• Gaining magical abilities

• Acquiring land

• Making new friends

• Learning new skills

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

What was a common reason for disputes among families in the village?

• Religious differences

• Personal grudges

• Economic competition

• Political power

What was a common theme in the accusations of witchcraft?

• Seeking justice

• Personal vendettas

• Religious beliefs

• Economic gain

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What did the people of Salem use to justify their hardships despite being righteous and church-going?

• Economic downturn

• Witch accusations

• Political unrest

• Natural disasters

What did the people of Salem use to explain their difficult lives during the harsh winter?

• Economic theories

• Witchcraft accusations

• Scientific explanations

• Political theories

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

How were people who were a little 'different' perceived in Salem Village?

• As leaders of the community.

• As being in the service of the Devil.

• As heroes.

• As scholars.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2