Part A:


Why does the author describe the attitudes of the public?


A.

to show the struggles Elizabeth faced in her life


B.

to describe how Elizabeth’s achievements made her famous


C.

to explain how Elizabeth proved to people that women were fine teachers


D.

to demonstrate that Elizabeth helped people accept the idea of women doctors


Part B:


Which sentence from the text best supports your answer in part A?


A.

"The newspapers wrote favorably about Elizabeth’s achievement, and the public was impressed."


B.

"In the next few years, several more medical schools accepted women students."


C.

"She also directed attention at preventing disease by teaching others about washing hands."


D.

"Always, Elizabeth faced any challenges with determination."