In the the crucible, hale’s authority on witches reflects the puritan belief in
select one:
a. a literal interpretation of the bible.
b. the physical existence of the devil.
c. the view that sin resided in all people.
d. all of the answers

The correct answer is: all of the answers.

A. A literal interpretation of the Bible.

The most characteristic feature of Puritanism was its respect for the Scripture ( the Bible ) and its desire to know and carry out all its prescriptions. They viewed the Bible as authoritative for all issues on morals and faith. They followed the Bible's spiritual practices without any criticism.

B. The physical existence of the Devil.

The Puritans believed in the physical existence of the Devil and many demons. The Devil was able to posses and cause harm to a man or a woman. The Puritans were petrified of the Devil, they believed it gave power to witches and that's why they engaged in witch hunts.

C. The view that sin resided in all people.

To the Puritans, people were not only sinful but also susceptible to temptation and sin. They believed there was no horrendous crime people were not capable of committing.

based on the biblical principle philippians 4: 13 "i can do everything through christ who strengthens me." i agree that it is through him that we are given the strength to cope with every situation.

and based on the biblical principle proverbs 16: 32 "better to get angry slowly than to be a hero. better to be even-tempered than to capture a city."   i agree with the author of the passage to the extent that the nobility of heart demonstrates the strength of a person. those who are contemptuous, get angry easily and show their anger toward others are really weak, but those who are noble and make sure to not hurt other people and their feelings are strong people.