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During colonial times, what was the typical work schedule like for most people?
During colonial times, what was the typical work schedule like for most people?
- 8 hours a day, 5 days a week
- 12 hours a day, 6 days a week
- 16 hours a day, 7 days a week (correct)
- 10 hours a day, 7 days a week
Where did farm children have better access to education during colonial times?
Where did farm children have better access to education during colonial times?
- In the city (correct)
- On the farm
- At the church
- In England
Who typically taught farm children to read and write during colonial times?
Who typically taught farm children to read and write during colonial times?
- Their older siblings
- Special tutors hired by wealthy families
- Their father or church minister (correct)
- School teachers in England
What was a common way for wealthier families to educate their children during colonial times?
What was a common way for wealthier families to educate their children during colonial times?
During colonial times, did boys and girls have the same educational opportunities?
During colonial times, did boys and girls have the same educational opportunities?
What was the educational access like for farm children during colonial times?
What was the educational access like for farm children during colonial times?
How did many farm children learn to read and write during colonial times?
How did many farm children learn to read and write during colonial times?
What was a common educational disparity between boys and girls during colonial times?
What was a common educational disparity between boys and girls during colonial times?
What was a common practice regarding laborers during colonial times?
What was a common practice regarding laborers during colonial times?
Where did wealthier families often send their children for education during colonial times?
Where did wealthier families often send their children for education during colonial times?
