Explanations for the Salem witch trials

Compare and contrast 2 or more different explanations for the hysteria around the Salem witch trials from 1692-1693. Some theories to contrast are ergot poisoning and folk magic and a few others if possible/needed for length. Two of the secondary sources I need to use are: https://www.neh.gov/article/records-salem-witch-trials, and https://www.history.com/topics/colonial-america/salem-witch-trials
Needs 2 primary and 2 secondary sources. Requires thesis statement and 5-6 pages long. Paper will be checked for plagiarism and proper english. Thank you!