One of the Most Important Factors Leading to an Increased

question 35

Multiple Choice

One of the most important factors leading to an increased divorce rate in the late 19^th century was the

• A) women's growing economic independence as a result of the widespread entry into the professional world.
• B) stresses of urban life.
• C) emerging feminist movement.
• D) passage of more liberal divorce laws.
• E) decline of religious organizations.

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