Which statement is a main idea of “The Most Famous Woman in America”?
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Barton’s skirt is pierced by enemy bullets, but this does not frighten her.
Barton’s skirt is pierced by enemy bullets, but this does not frighten her.
Because she is so shy, Barton avoids public speaking engagements as much as possible.
Because she is so shy, Barton avoids public speaking engagements as much as possible.
After the Civil War, Barton quits nursing and tours the country giving speeches.
After the Civil War, Barton quits nursing and tours the country giving speeches.
Because she is a woman, Barton must fight to receive permission to treat the wounded on the battlefield.
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The main idea of “The Most Famous Woman in America” is best represented by the statement:
"After the Civil War, Barton quits nursing and tours the country giving speeches."
This captures a key focus of the text on Clara Barton's transition from nursing to becoming a prominent speaker and advocate after the war.
