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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through December 1793.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Many men during Martha's lifetime thought that education for a woman was ________________.
(a) Optional
(b) Unnecessary
(c) Unlikely
(d) Critical

2. How long did brides remain with their parents after the marriage?
(a) 1 month
(b) 1 year
(c) 2 months
(d) 6 months

3. What is the epidemic in the summer of 1787?
(a) Measles
(b) Scarlet fever
(c) Smallpox
(d) Malaria

4. What happens to Ephraim's mill in 1787?
(a) He tears it down
(b) He adds on to the structure
(c) He builds a front porch
(d) It burns down

5. What played an important role in selecting a marriage partner?
(a) health
(b) wealth
(c) geography
(d) education

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Martha think Dr. Page will not be successful?

2. Which of Martha's daughters spun yarn for weaving and trading?

3. Martha's diary entries did not follow the same tone as other midwives from ________________.

4. Who was expected to provide all the items for the newlyweds' new home?

5. Who is Reverend Isaac Foster?

(see the answer key)

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