Historical Figures and Philosophies Quiz

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

• abolitionists

• missionaries

• transcendentalists

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.

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 services

Who was an organizer of the Seneca Falls Convention?

• Lucretia Mott

• Frederick Douglass

• Elizabeth Blackwell

• William Lloyd Garrison

What was an immediate effect of the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848?

• It led to the end of slavery in the United States.

• It proposed laws providing equal education for all.

• It created an organized campaign for women's rights.

• It led to the nomination of the first congresswoman.