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"My father," I replied, "prefers boys; he wishes I was one, and I intend to be as near like one as possible. I am going to ride on horseback and study Greek. Will you give me a Greek lesson now, doctor? I want to begin at once." "Yes, child," said he, throwing down his h.oe, "come into my library and we will begin without delay." Which best explains Rev. Simon Hos.ack’s reaction to Stanton’s feelings about behaving like a boy?
A. He understands Stanton’s frustration with her own capabilities, but he still believes she can succeed.
B. He knows that Stanton will be willing to help with the work in his garden in exchange for her lessons.
C. He knows that Stanton is a fast learner, and he wants to help her reach her goals as quickly as possible.
D. He understands Stanton’s frustration about society’s unequal treatment of women and girls.
Answer:
The option that best explains the reverend's reaction is:
D. He understands Stanton’s frustration about society’s unequal treatment of women and girls.
Explanation:
Elizabeth Cady Stanton is the main author of The Declaration of Sentiments, a document signed in 1848 at the first women's rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York.
<u>During her childhood, Stanton faced the harsh reality of having a father whose attention she craved. However, since she was not a boy, she did not receive that attention. Stanton was determined to show her father she could do anything boys did, which is why she is asking for Rev. Simon's help. She wants to learn what boys learn. As we can see in the passage, the reverend agrees to teach her because he understands her frustration. Instead of rejecting her appeal, telling Stanton she should not try to break that mold society had forced onto her, Rev. Simon chooses to help.</u>
