Now, take a look at the passage on your own
Highlight the words that describe Abigail's feelings
and opinions.
As you read, consider the following:
• What is Abigail's mood regarding future events?
• Remember, the word arduous means "very
difficult."
What does the passage suggest about how
colonial women viewed political events?
O With no voting rights, women cared little
about political events.
Women had little understanding of the
political events of the day.
Even though they could not vote, women
were very interested in political events.
Nomen did not think political issues affected
their lives.
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