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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many houses does Jonathan rent out on his property?

2. What was the profession of John Davis Jr.'s father?

3. Which of the following is not one of the hardships associated with surveying?

4. Who committed a murder/suicide on July 9, 1806?

5. Why does Martha become increasingly dependent on Jonathan?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the antagonistic relationship between Martha and Dr. Cony.

2. How did Ephraim get embroiled in events that would lead to the Malta War of 1809?

3. Martha's garden was always important to her but why was it especially critical during 1809?

4. Name the two reasons Martha's diary is so special.

5. With what content did Martha prefer to fill her diary instead of news of politics and conflict?

6. Who is the first of Martha's relatives to realize the significance of her diary pages?

7. Explain the state of Martha's health in 1796?

8. What was the state of Martha's mental and physical health now that she is 70-years-old?

9. What were the challenges Ephraim faced in his surveying work?

10. How did Charles Elventon Nash incorporate Martha's diary into his history of Augusta?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Religious intolerance is a big part of life in 18th century New England. How is this information revealed through Martha's diary entries? What is known about Martha's position on religion and intolerant people?

Essay Topic 2

Martha's diary reveals some surprising information regarding courtship and marriage which is contrary to popular beliefs. What was the true nature of courtship and marriage in 18th century New England?

Essay Topic 3

Describe in as much detail as possible the process Martha would go through to deliver a baby--from being notified by the father of the imminent birth to leaving the new mother and child with their family.

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