Do You Know What They Call Witchcraft?

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    How would you define witchcraft?

    • Deals with Lucifer
    • Two rules only
    • Linear
    • Multicultural
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Well, I'm certainly uncomfortable with the title myself but it is what it is. So, for all those Harry Potter fans out there or Salem series fans, this is for you.

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  • 2. 
    Where did witch hunts take place the most? - ProProfs

    Where did witch hunts take place the most?

    • North America

    • Asia

    • Europe

    • Africa

    Correct Answer
    A. Europe
    Explanation
    Witch hunts took place the most in Europe. This is because Europe experienced a significant period of witch trials and persecutions between the 15th and 18th centuries. The belief in witchcraft was widespread during this time, leading to mass hysteria and the execution of thousands of people, mostly women, who were accused of practicing witchcraft. The most infamous witch hunts, such as the Salem witch trials in Massachusetts, also occurred in Europe's colonies in North America. While witch hunts did occur in other parts of the world, Europe had the highest concentration of cases and is therefore the correct answer.

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  • 3. 
    Witch came from which word? - ProProfs

    Witch came from which word?

    • Wicce

    • Witcye

    • Wite

    • Wihec

    Correct Answer
    A. Wicce
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Wicce" because it is the closest option to the word "Witch" in terms of spelling. The other options, "Witcye," "Wite," and "Wihec," do not closely resemble the word "Witch" and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 4. 
    What's another name for witchcraft? - ProProfs

    What's another name for witchcraft?

    • Satanism

    • Paganism

    • Wicca

    • Witchery

    Correct Answer
    A. Witchery
    Explanation
    Witchery is another name for witchcraft. It refers to the practice of magic and supernatural abilities associated with witches. This term is often used to describe the mystical and occult practices performed by individuals who are believed to possess magical powers. Witchery is closely related to the belief in witchcraft and the use of spells, potions, and rituals to influence or manipulate events. It is a term commonly used in folklore and mythology to describe the activities and powers of witches.

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  • 5. 
    Witches that preferred physical contact to cause harm are native to where? - ProProfs

    Witches that preferred physical contact to cause harm are native to where?

    • Belgium

    • China

    • Spain

    • America

    Correct Answer
    A. America
    Explanation
    Witches that preferred physical contact to cause harm are native to America. This suggests that in American folklore and mythology, there is a belief in witches who use physical contact as a means to inflict harm on others. This answer implies that other countries like Belgium, China, and Spain do not have a similar belief or tradition of witches who primarily rely on physical contact for causing harm.

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  • 6. 
    What is European witchcraft related with? - ProProfs

    What is European witchcraft related with?

    • Bindings

    • Love

    • Riches

    • Misfortune

    Correct Answer
    A. Misfortune
    Explanation
    European witchcraft is often associated with misfortune. In European folklore and mythology, witches were believed to possess supernatural powers and were thought to use them to cause harm, illness, and misfortune to others. They were believed to be capable of casting spells, curses, and hexes, which could bring about bad luck, accidents, and other unfortunate events. This association between witchcraft and misfortune has been deeply ingrained in European culture for centuries, leading to widespread fear and persecution of individuals suspected of practicing witchcraft.

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  • 7. 
    Which book described the how to hunt witches? - ProProfs

    Which book described the how to hunt witches?

    • Mallius Maleficarum

    • Malleus Malficarum

    • Malleus Maleficarum

    • Malleus Maleficarium

    Correct Answer
    A. Malleus Maleficarum
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Malleus Maleficarum". This book is a treatise on the persecution of witches, written by Heinrich Kramer and Jacob Sprenger in the late 15th century. It provides instructions on how to identify, interrogate, and prosecute witches, and was widely used as a manual by witch hunters during the European witch-hunts of the early modern period.

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  • 8. 
    When was the book (Malleus Maleficarum) released? - ProProfs

    When was the book (Malleus Maleficarum) released?

    • 1468

    • 1400

    • 1576

    • 1486

    Correct Answer
    A. 1486
    Explanation
    The book "Malleus Maleficarum" was released in 1486.

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  • 9. 
    Which one isn't under witchcraft? - ProProfs

    Which one isn't under witchcraft?

    • Necromancy

    • Spell casting

    • Demonology

    • Binding

    Correct Answer
    A. Binding
    Explanation
    Binding is not under witchcraft because it refers to the act of tying or fastening something together, often with the intention of restricting or confining it. While binding may be associated with certain rituals or practices, it is not specifically related to witchcraft. Necromancy, spell casting, and demonology, on the other hand, are commonly associated with witchcraft as they involve communication with spirits, casting spells, and studying demons respectively.

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  • 10. 
    One of the following is allegedly as a result of witchcraft? - ProProfs

    One of the following is allegedly as a result of witchcraft?

    • Ebola virus

    • Zika virus

    • A cold

    • Alzheimer's disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Ebola virus
    Explanation
    Ebola virus is allegedly believed to be a result of witchcraft in certain cultures or communities. This belief stems from the lack of scientific understanding and the fear surrounding the disease. However, it is important to note that Ebola virus is actually caused by the transmission of the virus from animals to humans, typically through the consumption of infected meat or contact with bodily fluids of infected animals. The belief in witchcraft as the cause of Ebola virus is a misconception and not supported by scientific evidence.

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