Section: English Language & Composition

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What does the following sentence imply?

"[8] This being over, the Accusers and the rest of the Mob, not satisfied with this Experiment, would have the Trial by Water;"

1. The Accusers were pleased with the outcome of the first trial and are now attempting a second just to be sure they're making the right decision.
2. The Accused will be let go after the Trial by Water.
3. The fate of the Accused has already been determined and the Accusers are simply looking for some way they can justify executing their prisoners.
4. Trial by Water is a more reliable method of gaining a fair outcome.
5. The Accusers are simply trying to follow the guidelines set forth in their Bible.

Answer 3 is the best option because it describes how the witch hunters are not even willing to play by their own rules for determining whether their prisoners are "guilty."