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What was a major concern about having women and children at the army camps?
What was a major concern about having women and children at the army camps?
- They were a financial burden on the army. (correct)
- They distracted the soldiers from their duties.
- They boosted soldiers' morale.
- They were only allowed on the Patriot side.
What role did female camp followers often take up at the army camps?
What role did female camp followers often take up at the army camps?
- Nursing the wounded and sick.
- Fight alongside the men.
- Spying on the enemy.
- Cooking, cleaning, and caring for the wounded. (correct)
Why were women able to become spies during the war?
Why were women able to become spies during the war?
- Because they were paid a decent salary.
- Because they were allowed to fight alongside the men.
- Because they were not suspected of being spies due to their gender. (correct)
- Because they were more brave than men.
What was a consequence of having women and children at the army camps?
What was a consequence of having women and children at the army camps?
What did Congress decide to do in recognition of nurses' bravery and patriotism?
What did Congress decide to do in recognition of nurses' bravery and patriotism?
Who was Molly Pitcher and what did she do?
Who was Molly Pitcher and what did she do?
Why did some women disguise themselves as men during the war?
Why did some women disguise themselves as men during the war?
What was a result of women taking up roles at the army camps?
What was a result of women taking up roles at the army camps?
What was a reason why women were needed at the army camps?
What was a reason why women were needed at the army camps?
What was a consequence for at least one woman who fought in battle?
What was a consequence for at least one woman who fought in battle?
What was the main reason poorer women and their children traveled with the army camps?
What was the main reason poorer women and their children traveled with the army camps?
What was one benefit of having women and children at the army camps?
What was one benefit of having women and children at the army camps?
What was a common task performed by female camp followers?
What was a common task performed by female camp followers?
Why were female spies able to discover military plans and troop movements?
Why were female spies able to discover military plans and troop movements?
What was a unique aspect of women's involvement in the war effort?
What was a unique aspect of women's involvement in the war effort?
What was a significant contribution of women during the war?
What was a significant contribution of women during the war?
What was a result of women taking up roles at the army camps?
What was a result of women taking up roles at the army camps?
What was a significant challenge in having women and children at the army camps?
What was a significant challenge in having women and children at the army camps?
What was a unique opportunity that women had during the war?
What was a unique opportunity that women had during the war?
What was a notable figure known for her bravery on the battlefield?
What was a notable figure known for her bravery on the battlefield?
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