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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what event is Martha invited?
(a) John Davis Jr.'s birthday party
(b) John Davis Jr.s' Baptism
(c) John Davis Jr.'s funeral
(d) John Davis Jr.'s autopsy

2. In Martha's time it was a common practice for _______________ to attend autopsies.
(a) lawyers
(b) midwives
(c) physicians
(d) ministers

3. What do Ephraim and Jonathan build for Martha?
(a) Trundle bed
(b) Loom
(c) Sewing room
(d) New cupboard

4. Which physician is threatened by Martha's practice?
(a) Dr. Foster
(b) Dr. Page
(c) Dr. Densmore
(d) Dr. Cony

5. Why was Martha able to keep her daughters at home for the majority of their young adult lives?
(a) She would not let them marry
(b) She demanded that they stay
(c) She had enough money from her two businesses
(d) She asked them to stay

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Ephraim and Jonathan assist in Martha's weaving business?

2. At what age does John Davis Jr. die?

3. What phrase does Martha use to indicate that her house was fighting with her?

4. What is the epidemic in the summer of 1787?

5. How many children did Martha have?

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