The woman on the ducking stool, shown here,
could have broken any number of laws, including
disturbing the peace in a Puritan town. What do
you think was the social purpose of harsh, public
punishments? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Which statement best explains why a supreme court opinion is a seminal document? an opinion can become quite lengthy, which makes it a seminal document. supreme court documents are the only seminal documents in the united states. an opinion may create major changes in the laws or policies of the united states. generally speaking, a supreme court opinion reflects the feelings of all americans.