L-18 An Era of Reform

Which of these describes Henry David Thoreau's approach to individualism?

• 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

Dorothea Dix dedicated her life to...

• teaching religion

• eliminating slavery

• helping the imprisoned

• establishing public schools

Which group benefited most from early efforts to establish public schools?

• Girls

• Boys

• American Indians

• African Americans

Which group was focused on eliminating slavery?

• Politicians

• Missionaries

• Abolitionists

• Transcendentalists

How did Fredrick Douglass spread his message of freedom for all people?

• Through church sermons

• by rising up in revolt

• by running for office

• Through newspapers

What motivated William Lloyd Garrison to join the antislavery movement?

• distinguished awards

• political popularity

• economic benefits

• religious beliefs

Which of these was an obstacle for women who were working to end slavery in the United States?

• they could not voice their opinions

• they were not allowed to attend school

• they were not allowed to vote

• they cold not travel throughout the country

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

• neither war paid for their work

• both were considered property

• both were denied rights

• neither was able to attend school

Why did Elizabeth Blackwell have a difficult time getting into medical school?

• there were no schools in her home state

• she could not afford to pay the tuition

• her grades were not considered good enough

• most medical schools would not accept women

Which of these was being denied to women in 1848

• ability to attend school

• freedom to raise a family

• control over property and wages

• opportunity to attend church servies