Letters between Abigail Adams and her husband John, written during the American Revolution, repeatedly addressed the political status of women in the new republic. Abigail urged that the laws of the new nation should not place women entirely under the authority of their husbands; John replied with affectionate dismissal, suggesting that such concerns were not appropriate to public deliberations. Despite his response, Abigail managed her family's farm and finances independently throughout the war.
Which conclusion most logically follows from the passage?
- A
John Adams refused to discuss politics in correspondence
- B
Abigail Adams played no role in supporting the family during the war
- Ccheck_circle
Abigail's day-to-day responsibilities exceeded the scope of authority her husband's stated views allowed
- D
Abigail Adams's views on women's status were widely accepted at the time
Explanation
Independent farm and finance management during the war contrasts with the limited domestic role implied, supporting B. A contradicts the dismissal; C and D contradict the passage.