You are a reporter working for one of the leading newspapers in your city. Your editor has asked you to write a brief report on the Salem witch trials. Because it is a newspaper report, it must contain a factual

summary of the events that took place in the village of Salem between 1692 and 1693. Make sure you

remain objective in your report.

Your final replort should have a title, introduction, and closing statement. It should be about 250 to 300

words long. Here are a few questions to help you create an outline for your report:

Where did the trials take place?

• When did the trials take place?

• Who were the main individuals and groups involved?

• What were the major events?

When did the trials end?

• What were the long-term effects?

Use these resources to help you write your report:

• Understanding the Salem Witch Trials C

• Witchcraft in Saleme

• Famous Trials

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