Extent of the Bamberg Witch Trials (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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What was the title of Frederick Förner's influential work on witchcraft?
What was the title of Frederick Förner's influential work on witchcraft?
Panoplia Armaturae Dei
During which years did Prince-Bishop von Aschhausen authorize the first major wave of trials?
During which years did Prince-Bishop von Aschhausen authorize the first major wave of trials?
1616-1619
How many accomplices did Dr. Ernst Vasolt demand suspects name under torture?
How many accomplices did Dr. Ernst Vasolt demand suspects name under torture?
100
How did the witchcraft commission operate in relation to ordinary judicial structures?
How did the witchcraft commission operate in relation to ordinary judicial structures?
Outside of them
What financial benefit did executions of high-profile individuals provide?
What financial benefit did executions of high-profile individuals provide?
Confiscated property added to Treasury
The most intense witch-hunting phase coincided with which 1629 edict?
The most intense witch-hunting phase coincided with which 1629 edict?
Edict of Restitution
Which Emperor issued the Edict of Restitution?
Which Emperor issued the Edict of Restitution?
Ferdinand II
Which two traditional structures were neutralized, concentrating power in the prince-bishop?
Which two traditional structures were neutralized, concentrating power in the prince-bishop?
Local council & cathedral chapter
What two threats did Förner argue the bishop had a divine duty to destroy?
What two threats did Förner argue the bishop had a divine duty to destroy?
Heresy & sorcery
Prince-Bishop von Dornheim's determination was shown by his willingness to defy whom?
Prince-Bishop von Dornheim's determination was shown by his willingness to defy whom?
Emperor Ferdinand II