What Betty Said About Abigail

Betty's Accusation

Betty told the others that Abigail had performed witchcraft in the forest. She claimed Abigail drank blood as a charm to cause the death of Elizabeth Proctor because Abigail was envious of her and desired John Proctor.

This accusation fueled the witch trials in Salem and led to chaos and destruction within the community. Betty's words sparked fear and suspicion among the townspeople, ultimately resulting in innocent people being accused and executed.

What did Betty say that Abigail did that in turn abigail denies? Betty said that Abigail drank blood as a charm to bring about Elizabeth Proctor's death because she is envious and desires John Proctor.
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