Salem Witch Trials Quiz

Salem Witch Trials Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

FREE Resource

10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the humorous misunderstanding about Andy's costume?

He was mistaken for a witch.

He was mistaken for a traffic cone.

He was mistaken for a mummy.

He was mistaken for a ghost.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Puritans in New England believe about witchcraft?

It was real and the devil was responsible.

It was a new trend.

It was a form of entertainment.

It was a myth.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the Middle Ages, what was a common reason for accusing someone of witchcraft?

Having a large family.

Being wealthy.

Breaking a rule or law.

Owning a black cat.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the two girls that started the Salem witch trials with their strange behavior?

Sarah Good and Tituba.

Elizabeth Proctor and Ann Putnam.

Betty Parris and Abigail Williams.

Rebecca Nurse and Mary Warren.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did one of the accused women confess during the Salem witch trials?

She was innocent.

She was a victim of a curse.

She was a healer.

She had seen the devil.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Salem witch trials eventually come to an end?

The witches escaped.

The town was destroyed.

The courts refused to hear witchcraft charges.

The witches were pardoned.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the modern-day significance of Salem, Massachusetts?

It is a ghost town.

It is a historical site that educates about the witch trials.

It is a popular beach destination.

It is known for its large theme park.

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