Section: English Language & Composition

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In what way is this a corrective satire?

1. It seeks to correct those who find the Accusers to be superstitious
2. It seeks to guide witchcraft practitioners out of the practice
3. It seeks to clear up misconceptions about the witch trials
4. It seeks to show the ridiculousness of superstition, particularly as it relates to life and death
5. It seeks to prescribe more reliable trial methods for future witch trials

At no point in the essay does Franklin ever seem to legitimize the beliefs and practices of the Accusers. As such, Answer 4 is the selection that best fits the question.