All of the Following Elements Characterize New England Families in the Eighteenth

Multiple Choice

All of the following elements characterize New England families in the eighteenth century EXCEPT

A) a longer life span than their 17^th century predecessors.
B) the dread of death in birthing caused many women to fear pregnancy.
C) New Englanders tended to migrate as individuals rather than as families.
D) children grew up in obedient, nurturing environments.
E) divorce was exceedingly rare.