The explosion of witch-hunting in the sixteenth century was heavily influenced by

A. tensions between Catholics and Protestants.
B. a dramatic increase in the practice of demonology.
C. the conquest of Spain by Islamic forces.
D. the publication of Copernicus's theories.
E. the fear caused by the prominent role that women were increasingly playing in the Catholic church.


Answer: A

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