Problem 1: Define and explain the significance of the term "inheriting women" as defined by Karlsen.
Problem 2: Analyze how/why neighbors and acquaintances launched accusations of witchcraft against particular persons. What did the idea of "inheriting women" have to do with these accusations?
Problem 3: Identify and explain the kinds of data and sources that Karlsen relied on to make her argument (hint: look for data points in the article itself, and at the endnotes at the end of the article). What kinds of information does Karlsen use to prove her argument?
Problem 4: Explain specifically how Anne Hutchinson defended her actions and challenged her judges. What defenses did she use? Be very specific about how she justified her actions.
Problem 5: Analyze the relationship between witchcraft accusations and heresy accusations in the 17th century. In other words, what can we conclude about New England communities by examining both these phenomena together?