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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what event is Martha invited?

2. Martha's midwife practice increases due to the death of which midwife?

3. Who moves into Martha's house with her?

4. Who is Paul Chadwick?

5. Who is the new girl hired by Martha to help in the house?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Martha's only real problem during Ephraim's incarceration?

2. What was the impact of the Jefferson Embargo?

3. How did Martha's complete diary find its way to being published in its entirety?

4. What were the challenges Ephraim faced in his surveying work?

5. What was the common practice regarding midwives attending at autopsies?

6. How did Ephraim get embroiled in events that would lead to the Malta War of 1809?

7. Explain the state of Martha's health in 1796?

8. Describe the terms of Ephraim's incarceration.

9. Martha's garden was always important to her but why was it especially critical during 1809?

10. What was occurring in 1809 which could be likened to the Boston Tea Party?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Martha's diary reveals some surprising information regarding courtship and marriage which is contrary to popular beliefs. What was the true nature of courtship and marriage in 18th century New England?

Essay Topic 2

Name and describe the two primary reasons Martha's diary is special. Compare it to similar famous diaries in history.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the evolution of Martha and Eprhraim's marriage. Was the relationship always good? What was their communication style? Was there mutual respect and support?

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