Which of the following BEST describes the Salem witch trials of 1692?
A) a religiously-based brief episode of mass hysteria in a New England community involving the alleged practicing of witchcraft
B) a politically-based extended episode of legal persecutions for practicing witchcraft in a New England community
C) an economically-based extended episode of legal persecutions for practicing witchcraft in a New England community
D) a medically-based extended episode of legal actions and treatments for practicing witchcraft in a New England community
Answer: A
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A. Galway B. Ireland C. France D. Turkey
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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