3.11 - American Identity

What was the reasoning behind providing more education for girls?

• the idea of natural rights

• the idea of republican motherhood

• the realization that women were capable of learning

• the need to prepare women to operate small businesses

Why did the role of Native women in their societies diminish during this time period?

Which of the following did Americans want to adopt as their identity (partially shaped by Ben Franklin's "Poor Richard's Almanac)?

• they were industrious and hardworking

• they were innovative and willing to take risks

• they were calm and rational

• they were open minded

Which was not included in the Virginia Statute on Religious Freedom?

• that the govt couldn't compel anyone to worship

• that tax dollars would not support religious institutions

• that Jews and Muslims would have equal rights as far as voting goes