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Paul S. BoyerSalem Possessed: The Social Origins of Witchcraft
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1974A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
1.
Discuss the geography of Salem Village. How did its characteristics play into the conflict among its residents?
2.
Samuel Parris had a career before he became pastor of the Village church. How did his past impact his behavior as a spiritual leader?
3.
What sort of evidence was admitted in the witch trials? Why is witchcraft a difficult charge to prove legally?
