Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Experiences of Many

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the experiences of many working-class women in Gilded Age America?

• A) Few working-class women, whether married or single, experienced any leisure time at all, as venues such as the cinema were far too expensive and limited to members of the upper class.
• B) Many married working-class women worked and had little leisure time regardless, but finding fellowship with other women on the street while tending to other responsibilities was common.
• C) Married working-class women had far more opportunities for recreation and leisure than married working-class men, as the vast majority of them were forced to remain home during the workday.
• D) A number of working-class women ran for political office, which led to a widespread sense of camaraderie and hope among them and contributed to improving working conditions.
• E) Most working-class women had left the cities with their families and, thus, experienced a loss of leisure time, as they were forced to work long hours on family farms.

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