Asked by Rozette Azemar on May 17, 2024
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In the new American republic, which state allowed town elementary schools to be open to girls as well as boys?
A) Vermont
B) Massachusetts
C) Virginia
D) Maryland
American Republic
Refers to the United States of America, a democratic republic where the power is held by the people and the elected representatives, with an elected president rather than a monarch.
Town Elementary Schools
Public primary schools typically found in urban settings, focused on providing basic education in reading, writing, and arithmetic.
- Identify the educational reforms and their significance in the new American republic.
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Aisya IzoraMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
In 1789, Massachusetts passed a law allowing town elementary schools to be open to both girls and boys. This was a significant step towards providing education for all children, regardless of gender.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the educational reforms and their significance in the new American republic.