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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through February 1801.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The confrontation between Ephraim and the answer to #115 eventually led to _______________________.
(a) War of 1812
(b) The end of Ephraim's career
(c) French and Indian War
(d) Malta War of 1809

2. What terms does Martha very seldom use for women in her diary?
(a) Lady or Madam
(b) Dame or Mistress
(c) Lady or Mam
(d) Lady or Mistress

3. How many young women did Martha employ in her home between the years of 1785-1800?
(a) 29
(b) 39
(c) 27
(d) 30

4. Which of the following is not one of the hardships associated with surveying?
(a) Bugs
(b) Quick payment
(c) Wild animals
(d) Lack of food

5. In what year does Martha start her diary?
(a) 1785
(b) 1790
(c) 1812
(d) 1776

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Martha use as purgatives?

2. What major problem does Martha have with living in the new house?

3. What is the function of a midwife?

4. Young midwives are __________________ by the doctors in the area.

5. What do Ephraim and Jonathan build for Martha?

(see the answer key)

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