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Q: What was the punishment for practicing witchcraft in the 17th century?
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How did witchcraft spread in 17th century?

It was spread by books and gossip.


What were some forms of punishment for witchcraft in the 17th century?

burning at the stake or drowning. With burning at the stake, the fires were kept low so the victim would die from the smoke, not the flames


Why did witchcraft increase in the 17th century?

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Why then did the English still have kings practicing absolutism until the end of the 17th century?

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Why did the English still have kings practicing absolutism until the end of the 17th century?

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What factors contributed to the witchcraft hysteria in the late 17th century Salem?

17th century Salem had a combination of isolation, lack of scientific knowledge, and a fear of outside change and influence that lead to witchcraft hysteria. Witches became the representation of a hidden evil or dangerous new idea that would corrupt the stability of the community.


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Which 17th-century value is most clearly shown in Robinson Crusoe?

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