TCI Chapters 20, 21, & 22 Review

Which of these describes a person who followed a philosophy that taught people to trust their emotions and intuition? 

•  suffragette

• abolitionist

• expansionist

• transcendentalist

Dorothea Dix dedicated her life to:

• teaching religion

• helping the imprisoned

• eliminating slavery

• establishing public schools

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

• He questioned society's rules and institutions

• He promoted communities in which people share everything

• He believed that the rule of law led to a perfect society

• He wanted to increase government control of citizens' lives

What was the focus of Horace Mann’s reform movement?

• religion

• health care

• voting rights

• public education

Which group was focused on eliminating slavery? 

•  politicians

• abolitionists

• missionaries

• transcendentalists

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

• through newspapers

• by running for office

• by rising up in revolt

• through church sermon

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 were not allowed to vote.

• They were not allowed to attend school.

• They could not voice their opinions. 

• They could not travel throughout the country.

In which way were the lives of slaves and women similar? 

•  Both were denied rights.

• Both were considered property.

• Neither was paid for their work.

• Neither was able to attend school.

Why did women like 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. 

• Most medical schools would not accept women. 

• Her grades were not considered good enough.