Tituba’s Confession: The Turning Point in the Salem Witch Trials

The transcript discusses the Salem witch trials, focusing on the hysteria that led to the witch hunts. It describes the creation of a witch cake, a superstitious remedy, and the subsequent accusations against Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba. The trials and confessions, particularly Tituba's, are explored, along with theories on why she confessed. The aftermath of the trials and the societal factors influencing the events are also covered.

What was the purpose of the 'witch cake' in Salem's witch trials?

• To celebrate a festival

• To feed the hungry

• To identify witches

• To cure the afflicted girls

Why were Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba easy targets for witchcraft accusations?

• They were from a lower social status and non-conformists

• They were wealthy and influential

• They were related to the accusers

• They were known for their healing abilities

What was Tituba's initial response to the witchcraft accusations?

• She immediately confessed

• She denied any wrongdoing

• She fled the town

• She accused others

What did Tituba claim about the devil during her confession?

• The devil was a short man with red hair

• The devil was a child with magical powers

• The devil was a tall man with white hair wearing black

• The devil was a woman in disguise

What was the public's reaction to Tituba's confession?

• They immediately dismissed her claims

• They demanded her execution

• They were captivated and swayed by her confession

• They were indifferent

What is one theory about why Tituba confessed to witchcraft?

• She was coerced by Reverend Paris

• She believed in witchcraft

• She wanted to gain fame

• She wanted to protect the other accused women

What was the outcome for Tituba after the trials?

• She was executed

• She was pardoned and released immediately

• She served jail time and was later bailed out

• She became a town leader