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Quiz for Document 8–3: Benjamin Rush, Of the Mode of Education Proper in a Republic, 1786

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. Why did Rush think the study of commerce was so important?

Commerce best secured the republic against a new aristocracy.

Lacking natural resources, the United States had to prosper through trade.

Economic independence and prosperity was the central mission of education.

Success in commerce among citizens would lead to higher tax revenues.

2. According to Rush, where should education take place?

In the home to teach young men the importance of family

In America in order to instill a sense of patriotism

In Europe because countries there had better schooling systems

At boarding schools in New England because New England had better teachers

3. Why did Rush argue that Christianity was the best foundation for education?

It was a religion that naturally supported and led to republicanism.

The Bible could be easily used to teach reading and writing.

It would teach young people how to be good parents and spouses.

All the founding fathers were Christians and wanted education in the country to be based on that religion.

4. How did Rush think women should be educated in the new American republic?

They should be educated in the exact same manner as men.

In addition to the usual female education, they should also be taught the principles of republicanism and patriotism.

Women should be taught in church schools while men should receive their education from public institutions.

Women should be taught how to run a home and raise children and should not be taught other subjects.