Was the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria

Discussion posts requirements:

Post is at least three paragraphs. The post reflected a clear understanding of the readings.  Provided multiple examples from various sources (assigned reading must be addressed) as evidence in answering the question(s).  Cited quoted material in appropriate academic citation method (APA, MLA, or Chicago). Answered question clearly and fully. Both post and response are free from grammatical or spelling errors.

Read: Debate, Was the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria.pdf (separate attachment to the order)

Go to the Salem Witch Trial Archive: http://salem.lib.virginia.edu/home.html

 (Links to an external site.)

Choose any of the court case files http://salem.lib.virginia.edu/17docs.html

 (Links to an external site.) and assess the document.  Who wrote it and why?  What do you think the motivation of the accusers were?   Does the source support either of the author’s theses in “Debate-Was the Salem Witch Trial..?”  Show me.

The assessment addresses Course Learning Outcome(s):

1. Discuss the historical development of pre-civil war America, including the key political, social, cultural, artistic and economic forces that shaped the nation.
2. Discuss varying interpretations of institutions, people, practices, and events throughout this period, including ethics and motivations.
3. Identify and analyze problems throughout this period, such as factors leading to the Revolution and the Civil War.
4. Relate the events, ideas and people of pre-civil war America with present societal conditions.