Cases
Who was the first person accused of being a witch?
Bridget Bishop
When did the trials start?
February of 1692
Why did the governor first interfere with the trials?
There was a growing sense of doubt and mistrust among the people
Where did the trials take place?
Salem, Massachusetts
Who was pressed to death by stones?
Giles Cory
When did the trials end?
May of 1693
What happened to the people in prison when the trials ended?
The governor let them out of prison.
How many times was Bridget Bishop married?
Three times
How was Bridget Bishop punished?
When were the dogs accused and executed?
October of 1692
Did people stop believing in witches when the trials ended?
No, people still believed that others were witches.
Why were dogs accused?
The devil was believed to come in the form of a dog, and they were believed to be familiars.
How many dogs were killed?
Two dogs
When was Bridget Bishop hanged?
June 10, 1692.
Why did the governor officially put a stop to the trials?
The governor and his wife were accused.
What are familiars?
Helpers of witches
Why were Bridget Bishop and Giles Cory accused of being a witch?
They wore bold clothing and behaved in a strange manner. Bridget was married multiple times. Giles was a known criminal.
When was Giles Cory pressed to death?
September 19, 1692
What was the name of the governor that ended the trials?
Sir William Phips
What was Giles Cory's wife's name?
Martha