TCI Lesson 18: An Era of Reform

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Which person would have most likely said this quote? "I follow a philosophy that teaches people to trust their emotions and intuition."

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transcendentalist

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Which of these describes Henry David Thoreau’s approach to individualism? Options: He questioned society's rules and institutions., He believed that the rule of law led to a perfect society., He wanted to increase government control of citizens' lives., He promoted communities in which people share everything.

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He questioned society's rules and institutions.

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Dorothea Dix dedicated her life to

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helping the imprisoned.

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Who said the following quote? "Education then, beyond all other devices of human origin, is a great equalizer of the conditions of men--the balance wheel of the social machinery."

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Horace Mann

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Which group benefited most from early efforts to establish public schools? Options: girls, boys, American Indians, African Americans

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boys

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Which group was focused on eliminating slavery? Options: politicians, abolitionists, missionaries, transcendentalists

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abolitionists

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How did Frederick Douglass spread his message of freedom for all people? Options: through newspapers., by running for office., by rising up in revolt., through church sermons.

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through newspapers.

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What motivated William Lloyd Garrison to join the antislavery movement? Options: distinguished awards., political popularity., economic benefits., religious beliefs.

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religious beliefs.

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Which of these was an obstacle for women who were working to end slavery in the United States? Options: They were not allowed to vote., They were not allowed to attend school., They could not voice their opinions., They could not travel through the country.

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They were not allowed to vote.

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In which way were the lives of enslaved people and women similar?

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Both were denied rights.