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Famous Trials: Salem Witch Trials Chronology of Events ActivityFamous Trials: Salem Witch Trials Chronology of Events Activity
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University of Missouri
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9th - 10th
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Famous Trials: Salem Witch Trials Chronology of Events

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This site provides a detailed chronology of the events related to the Salem Witch Trials, beginning with the settling of Salem (1629) and the adoption of the English law (1641) making witchcraft a capital crime. It covers all the major names, dates, and events that resulted in the trials and subsequent executions.

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 2 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)

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