Tituba: The Enigmatic Figure Behind the Salem Witch Trials

Tituba: The Enigmatic Figure Behind the Salem Witch Trials

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Interactive Video

History

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explores the enigmatic figure of Tituba, a central character in the Salem Witch Trials. Her origins are debated, with possible roots in the West Indies, Africa, or Native America. Tituba's early life was marked by tragedy, including her mother's execution and stepfather's suicide. She was enslaved in Barbados before being brought to Salem by Reverend Samuel Paris. In Salem, she married John Indian and worked closely with Paris's daughter and niece. Tituba shared stories of voodoo and witchcraft with the girls, which later led to accusations of witchcraft when the girls began exhibiting strange behaviors. The video delves into the events that unfolded, leading to the infamous witch trials.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the debated origins of Tituba?

Only Native American

West Indian, Native American, African, Venezuelan, Colombian

European, Asian, Australian, Antarctic

Only African

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tragic event happened to Tituba's mother, Abena?

She was freed from slavery

She was hanged for defending herself

She moved to England

She became a plantation owner

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Tituba marry upon arriving in Salem?

A local farmer

A wealthy merchant

An Indigenous enslaved person named John Indian

An English sailor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activities did Tituba share with Betty Paris and Abigail Williams?

Cooking lessons

Sewing and knitting

Voodoo and witchcraft stories

Horse riding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the conclusion of Dr. William Griggs regarding the girls' strange behavior?

They needed more rest

They were faking their symptoms

They were suffering from a common illness

It was the work of the evil hand, implying witchcraft

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