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How did Mather's involvement in the Salem witch trials affect his reputation?
It attracted intense controversy
It gained him popularity
It had no impact
It earned him a knighthood
Answer
The involvement of Cotton Mather, a prominent Puritan minister, in the Salem witch trials of 1692 attracted significant controversy and left a lasting impact on his reputation. While he initially played a central role in identifying and prosecuting individuals accused of witchcraft, his methods and the questionable nature of the accusations raised concerns and divided public opinion.
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