The Salem Witch Trials

When did the Salem witch trials take place?

• Between 1699 and 1700

• Between 1681 and 1682

• Between 1685 and 1686

• Between 1692 and 1693

Where did the Salem witch trials take place?

• Nevada

• Georgia

• Massachusetts

• Texas

How did the Salem witch trials begin?

• Three young girls having "fits" and having supernatural experiences

• Black cats invaded the village

• Three old ladies singing songs around a cauldron

• Supernatural sightings in a local graveyard

How did people describe Reverend Samuel Parris?

• Loving and kind

• Greedy and strict

• Sympathetic and caring

• Charming and sweet

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How old were the three girls first put on trial?

• Over 50 years old

• Between 9-11 years old

• Between 18-25 years old

• Between 30 - 40 years old

Who was the first person (lady) in Salem to be hanged?

• Elizabeth Parris

• Bridget Bishop

• Abigail Williams

• Giles Corey

"Phipps eventually pardoned all who were in prison on witchcraft charges of their crimes." What does the word "pardoned" mean in the previous sentence?

• Fined

• Forgave

• Charged

• Convicted

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What was witchcraft also named?

• "Evil Manipulation"

• "Devious Work"

• "The Devil's Magic"

• "Wizardry"

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In 1702, the court declared the trials were

• Praised

• Allowed

• Unlawful

• Encouraged

What was the name of the play written by Arthur Miller in 1953 to retell the tale of the Salem witch trials?

• After the Fall

• The Crucible

• All My Sons

• A View from the Bridge