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What is the primary purpose of education, according to the author?
What is the primary purpose of education, according to the author?
- To form the moral characters of men (correct)
- To teach foreign languages
- To introduce penal statutes
- To create a system of political regulations
The author believes that ancient languages are essential for men of business.
The author believes that ancient languages are essential for men of business.
False (B)
What type of languages do merchants often require knowledge of?
What type of languages do merchants often require knowledge of?
Foreign living languages
The author believes that education should be the first __________ of a Legislature.
The author believes that education should be the first __________ of a Legislature.
Match the following with the type of language they are examples of:
Match the following with the type of language they are examples of:
The author thinks that the current system of education is effective in preserving morals.
The author thinks that the current system of education is effective in preserving morals.
What type of books does the author think are lacking in schools?
What type of books does the author think are lacking in schools?
What does the author admire about the hypothetical great man?
What does the author admire about the hypothetical great man?
What were the expectations of Americans after the ratification of peace?
What were the expectations of Americans after the ratification of peace?
America achieved general tranquility after the ratification of peace.
America achieved general tranquility after the ratification of peace.
What was the predicted outcome of independence and peace for the laborer?
What was the predicted outcome of independence and peace for the laborer?
The statesman in his closet and the _______________ in his addresses to heaven predicted a happy period.
The statesman in his closet and the _______________ in his addresses to heaven predicted a happy period.
Match the following groups with their predicted outcomes:
Match the following groups with their predicted outcomes:
The text states that the American Revolution was complete after independence.
The text states that the American Revolution was complete after independence.
What was the tendency of the current trade situation in America?
What was the tendency of the current trade situation in America?
What is the description of the relations between States in America?
What is the description of the relations between States in America?
What is Noah Webster widely recognized for?
What is Noah Webster widely recognized for?
Noah Webster was a loyalist to the British crown.
Noah Webster was a loyalist to the British crown.
What was Noah Webster's goal for American language?
What was Noah Webster's goal for American language?
Noah Webster wrote that Americans should 'unshackle their _______ and act like independents'.
Noah Webster wrote that Americans should 'unshackle their _______ and act like independents'.
What was the title of Noah Webster's work published in 1783?
What was the title of Noah Webster's work published in 1783?
Noah Webster was a driven schoolmaster and language enthusiast.
Noah Webster was a driven schoolmaster and language enthusiast.
Match the following artists with their works:
Match the following artists with their works:
What did Noah Webster believe Americans needed to establish and extend?
What did Noah Webster believe Americans needed to establish and extend?
What is the primary objective of education in America, according to the excerpt?
What is the primary objective of education in America, according to the excerpt?
The American spelling book is also known as the 'red-back speller'.
The American spelling book is also known as the 'red-back speller'.
What is the significance of the early impressions received in life, according to the excerpt?
What is the significance of the early impressions received in life, according to the excerpt?
The American national character is not yet fully _______________, according to the excerpt.
The American national character is not yet fully _______________, according to the excerpt.
Match the following excerpts with their corresponding authors or sources:
Match the following excerpts with their corresponding authors or sources:
What is the second aspect of education that should be examined, according to the excerpt?
What is the second aspect of education that should be examined, according to the excerpt?
The American constitutions of civil government are firmly established, according to the excerpt.
The American constitutions of civil government are firmly established, according to the excerpt.
What is the ultimate goal of education, according to the excerpt?
What is the ultimate goal of education, according to the excerpt?
What is considered a luxury for young ladies to learn?
What is considered a luxury for young ladies to learn?
Geography is considered an essential subject for young ladies to learn.
Geography is considered an essential subject for young ladies to learn.
What is the real merit of a woman, according to the text?
What is the real merit of a woman, according to the text?
Before the revolution, it was appropriate to send boys to _______________________ for an education.
Before the revolution, it was appropriate to send boys to _______________________ for an education.
Match the subjects with their importance in female education:
Match the subjects with their importance in female education:
A woman's performance on a harpsichord or her figure in a minuet is a desirable quality in a wife.
A woman's performance on a harpsichord or her figure in a minuet is a desirable quality in a wife.
What is the primary focus of female education, according to the text?
What is the primary focus of female education, according to the text?
What is the significance of poetry and fine writing in female education?
What is the significance of poetry and fine writing in female education?
Study Notes
Noah Webster and American Identity
- Noah Webster was a Patriot who urged Americans to create their own identity, character, and manners after independence.
- He believed in revising British English to create an American language.
The Importance of Education
- Education is crucial for shaping the character of individuals and the nation as a whole.
- It should be the first care of the Legislature, including the institution of schools and furnishing them with good teachers.
- Education should focus on imparting virtue, liberty, and a sense of country, rather than solely on arts and sciences.
American Character and Identity
- American youth should focus on learning their own language, rather than classical languages like Greek and Latin.
- Foreign languages like French, Italian, Spanish, and German are only necessary for merchants and others who deal with international trade.
- American education should prioritize morals, virtue, and patriotism over classical knowledge.
Women's Education
- Women should be taught to speak and write their own language with purity and elegance.
- Arithmetic, geography, and belles-lettres are important subjects for women to study.
- Music, drawing, and dancing are secondary pursuits for women, as their true merit lies in domestic virtues.
The Dangers of Sending Boys to Europe for Education
- Sending American boys to Europe for education was suitable before the revolution, but not after independence.
- This practice undermines American identity and should be discontinued.
America's Post-Revolution Disillusionment
- The American Revolution's promises of tranquility, freedom, and prosperity have not been fully realized.
- Instead, the country is plagued by civil wars, factions, and economic woes.
- The illusion of perfect tranquility and peace has vanished, and the nation is faced with the harsh realities of independence.
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This quiz covers primary sources from the American Revolution era, including excerpts from Noah Webster's essays on American identity. Test your knowledge of this significant period in American history.
