L-18 An Era of Reform

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

teaching religion

eliminating slavery

helping the imprisoned

establishing public schools

Girls

Boys

American Indians

African Americans

Politicians

Missionaries

Abolitionists

Transcendentalists

Through church sermons

by rising up in revolt

by running for office

Through newspapers

distinguished awards

political popularity

economic benefits

religious beliefs

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

neither war paid for their work

both were considered property

both were denied rights

neither was able to attend 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

ability to attend school

freedom to raise a family

control over property and wages

opportunity to attend church servies