Paper 3:Witch Craze (East Anglia - Terminology) Flashcards
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What is the New Model Army?
A
A national army made up of a number of former Parliamentary regiments.
2
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What is Seed-corn?
A
Good quality corn set aside for planting the following year.
3
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What are Poor Rates?
A
A local tax levied at parish level in order to finance the support of the poor.
4
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What is Ergot?
A
A fungal disease that particularly affects rye and when eaten infected food will cause headaches, vomiting and spasms.