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Vocabulary:
- Justice = fair treatment
- Innocent = not guilty
- Accuse = say someone did something wrong
Story:
After the trials end, people try to learn from their mistakes: Fear became stronger than truth. When a court does not use real evidence or fair rules, innocent people can be punished.
Today, students around the world study the Salem witch trials to learn about justice and human rights. The story reminds us to think carefully before accusing someone and to always ask for proof.
Comprehension Questions:
21. Why do people still study the Salem witch trials today?
- A. To learn secret magic practices
- B. To copy Puritan laws in modern courts
- C. To understand how fear without evidence can punish the innocent
- D. To replace history class with folklore
22. What should we ask for before accusing someone?
- A. Whether the person is popular
- B. A list of church donations
- C. Permission from neighbors
- D. Real evidence or proof