Colonists Throughout the Eighteenth Century Universally Enjoyed Many Amusements

question 38

Multiple Choice

Colonists throughout the eighteenth century universally enjoyed many amusements.What was NOT of these?

• A) Militia musters.
• B) Weddings and funerals.
• C) Christmas celebrations.
• D) Winter sports in the North; cockfighting, hunting and horse racing in the South.
• E) Thanksgiving festivities.

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