Question

How does this excerpt develop the central idea that Elizabeth Van Lew helped expand the role of women in society? Check all that apply.
It states how Van Lew acted as an important leader and manager at a time when women were generally discouraged from taking on those roles.

It shows that Van Lew was dedicated to a cause outside of her family and worked hard for her beliefs.

It illustrates how Van Lew became the most successful spy during the war and greatly helped the Union Army, though she was a woman.

It describes how Van Lew organized women to fight for their legal rights and equal representation in government.

Answer 1

The answer is:

A. It states how Van Lew acted as an important leader and manager at a time when women were generally discouraged from taking on those roles.

B. It shows that Van Lew was dedicated to a cause outside of her family and worked hard for her beliefs.

Answer 2

The second is the answer to this.