I think the second answer is right, lol i could be wrong tho.
What is the underlined sentence, so I can give you an accurate answer.
Cheever informs Danforth that the cows are wandering the streets because so many of their masters (farmers) are in jail. Parris has to argue with the farmers because they are fighting over the wandering cows. The town is in chaos. Consequently, Parris fears that the people will rebel against the court.