Question

In "The Witch of Blackbird Pond," why did Hannah have to pay taxes on swamp land in addition to fines for not going to church?

a) The swamp land was considered valuable property in the colony.
b) The colony imposed taxes on all types of land, including swamp areas.
c) It was a form of punishment for Hannah's refusal to attend church.
d) The taxes were a mistake by the colonial authorities.

Answer 1

Hannah had to pay taxes on swamp land as a punishment for not going to church in 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond.'

Step-by-step explanation:

Hannah had to pay taxes on swamp land in addition to fines for not going to church in the book 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' because it was a form of punishment for her refusal to attend church.