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Question 7 • Hopkins FA American Literature (2026-2027)

MRS. PETERS (looking upstairs). We mustn’t—take on.MRS. HALE. I might have known she needed help! I know how things can be—for women.

Answer

Women could not generally count upon one another for support, advice, or company.

Women were overwhelmed by the roles they had to play and usually needed extra help.

Women generally felt detached from each other because of the societal roles thrust upon them.

Women were too busy caring for the men in their lives to spend time with other women.

Explanation

Mrs. Hale realizes that she and the other women may live near one another but still remain emotionally distant, even though they share similar experiences. Her regret that she did not recognize Mrs. Wright’s need for help reflects how social expectations can isolate women. Choice C best captures that idea; the quote is not simply saying women are too busy caring for men.

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