They were accused of witchcraft. Many people back in those days feared it. However, anyone could accuse someone of witchcraft in those days without evidence. Some were accused because others had a grudge against them. Some people thought that because some of the women were convulsing or acting out of the ordinary that they must have been involved in witchcraft. Punishment was carried out to discourage others from getting involved in the wicked religion so to speak.
Answer:
Through dialogue and then by using force.
Explanation:
The president have to responded to this challenge by making a dialogue with the group of people who opposed the civil rights progress and eliminate their reservations and anxiety. If their reservations are irrelevant than the president go for the strict actions against these type of groups with the help of military or police department in order to continue the progress of civil rights. First the president have to struggle to solve the problem through dialogue and peace manner.