The story line for the movie does portray history accurately in the way the puritans are portrayed by religion, witchcraft, indentured servants and punishment. ... In history this was called the Sabbath. ... Witchcraft was used in the Scarlet letter when Hester and other women were in her home speaking about God. ... According to Davidson J. et al., (2010), "In history communities sometimes responded to assertive women with accusations of witchcraft" (p. 91). ... The Scarlet Letter did show the aspects of religion, witchcraft, crime, punishment and communication. ...

• Word Count: 1182
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

(Source #2) The famous Salem Witch Trials was a true history based on the Puritans value, customs, and also their beliefs. ... Witchcraft was one of the greatest crimes a person could commit, punishable by death. ... From the history of Salem Witch Trials and the story of Young Goodman Brown, the Puritan's customs, values, and beliefs definitely affect the individual. ...

• Word Count: 554
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School