Section: English Language & Composition

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In paragraphs 11 and 12, what does the word "duck'd" mean?

The Accused will be given one pet duck for every trial she survives
The Accused will place a spell on her Accusers turning them into ducks
The Accused will win her freedom if she is able to escape the water with a duck
Dunked, as in "held under the water for a period of time"
Voluntarily dunked underwater

Explanation

While "duck'd" is not currently used for "dunked" in the 21st Century, the context clues give enough detail to visualize what the inquisitors are doing to their subjects.