Which of the Following Best Describes the Dame Schools in New

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the Dame Schools in New England?

• A) They were designed for young ladies, hence the name Dame.
• B) They were designed as a fee-based primary school to prepare students for the Town school.
• C) They were designed as a free primary school to help needy children become ready for school.
• D) They were designed to teach young girls how to sew and knit.
• E) None are correct

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