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Question

The play is set in New England in 1866. Why
is this important to the structure of the play?
(1 point)
The Civil War was raging 1866, and
New England was a safer place than
the South for women to speak about
ending slavery and gaining voting rights
for all.
The 15th amendment was passed in
1866 in New England, giving women
the right to vote.
The 19th amendment was ratified in
1866 in Seneca Falls, New York,
making it an important place in the fight
for women’s suffrage.
The Civil War had just ended, and the
North was a safer place than the South
for women who were fighting for voting
rights for all.

Answer 1

The most relevant option to the importance of the play being set in New England in 1866 is:

"The Civil War had just ended, and the North was a safer place than the South for women who were fighting for voting rights for all."

This context is crucial as it establishes the social and political environment in which the characters operate, highlighting the opportunities and challenges they face in their quest for rights and freedoms following the war.