What role did Matthew Hopkins play in the persecution of ‘witches’?
Last updated: 15/11/2023
A lesson exploring the role, methods and fate of Matthew Hopkins, 'Witchfinder General' during England's Early Modern witch-craze. Matthew Hopkins accused and condemned to death a large number of ‘witches’ during 1644 and 1646. Students consider some of the economic and social contexts behind this phenomenon. Information, sources and tasks are all included on this worksheet.
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