Era of Reform Review

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.

Who said the following?
"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."

• Elizabeth Blackwell

• Dorothea Dix

• Frederick Douglass

• Horace Mann

Who primarily gained from the initial establishment of public education systems?

• girls

• boys

• Indigenous people

• African Americans

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 sermons

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 enslaved people and women similar?

• Both were denied rights.

• Both were considered property.

• Neither was paid for their work.

• Neither was able to attend school.

The medical school started by Elizabeth Blackwell differed from other U.S. medical schools of that time because it

• was part of a model community.

• focused on preventative care.

• accepted female students.

• paid students' tuition fees.

Which of these was denied to women in 1848?

• ability to attend school

• freedom to raise a family

• control over property and wages

• opportunity to attend church services