Salem Witch Trials

When did the main period of the Salem Witch Trials occur?

• February 1692 - May 1693

• January 1690 - December 1691

• March 1693 - June 1694

• April 1689 - July 1690

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Who were the first three women accused of witchcraft in Salem?

• Betty Parris, Abigail Williams, and Tituba

• Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba

• Susannah Martin, Sarah Good, and Sarah Osborne

• Abigail Williams, Sarah Osborne, and Susannah Martin

What was the outcome for Sarah Good and Sarah Osborne after being accused of witchcraft?

• Both were eventually released after denying the charges.

• Sarah Good was hanged, and Sarah Osborne died in prison.

• Both confessed and were set free.

• Sarah Osborne was hanged, and Sarah Good was released.

What event ultimately led to the suspension of the Salem Witch Trials?

• A new physician discovered the girls' symptoms were caused by fungus.

• The community realized the accusations were false after many innocent people were executed.

• The Governor of Massachusetts suspended the trials after his own wife was accused.

• Judge Nathaniel Saltonstall spoke out against the trials, leading to their halt.

What is your opinion of the Salem Witch Trials? Were the people convicted actual witches?