1. what did a sense of optimism and their religious beliefs encourage many americans to do during the early nineteenth century?
(points : 2)
spend more time with their families

accept the flaws in society

start missionary work overseas

work in social reform movements

8. what was the purpose of the seneca falls declaration of sentiments? (points : 2)
to ask men to join the crusade for women's rights
to state the case for women's rights
to explain to new yorkers why women should get the vote
to declare the emotional issues behind women's rights

15. which group describes results of the california gold rush of 1848-49?

group a:
- food was scarce
- disease was widespread
- the population became diverse
-levis were invented

group b
-most miners found gold.
-california collected new taxes
-spanish missions gained donations.
-wranglers were invented