Every New England Congregational church was considered an independent unit, grateful to no chain of command. ... God had already chosen who would be in heaven or hell, and each believer had no way of knowing which group they were in. ... There was no margin for error. ... The young women enjoyed the attention this story afforded them, but no doubt were afraid that their lies would be found out. ...

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• Grade Level: High School