1. which statement best describes the authors attitude towards womens work at the lowell mills?\n\na. the…

1. which statement best describes the authors attitude towards womens work at the lowell mills?\n\na. the visitor feels that women are able to maintain manners at the mill.\n\nb. the visitor feels that mill work allows women to daydream of traveling home.\n\nc. the visitor believes that mill women have a balanced life; there is time for work and play.\n\nd. the visitor believes that mill work is demanding; it is all work and allows no time for anything else.

1. which statement best describes the authors attitude towards womens work at the lowell mills?\n\na. the visitor feels that women are able to maintain manners at the mill.\n\nb. the visitor feels that mill work allows women to daydream of traveling home.\n\nc. the visitor believes that mill women have a balanced life; there is time for work and play.\n\nd. the visitor believes that mill work is demanding; it is all work and allows no time for anything else.

Answer

Brief Explanations:

To determine the author's attitude, we analyze each option:

  • Option A: Focuses on manners, not the overall attitude toward women's work at the mills.
  • Option B: Daydreaming about home is not a core aspect of the author's view on women's work.
  • Option C: If the text (implied context of Lowell mills) shows women balancing work and play (e.g., having time for leisure, social activities alongside work), this would reflect a positive, balanced view.
  • Option D: Contradicts a balanced view; "all work, no time" is a negative, unbalanced portrayal.

Assuming the context (e.g., historical accounts of Lowell mill women having opportunities for education, social life) supports a balanced life, Option C aligns.

Answer:

C. The visitor believes that mill women have a balanced life; there is time for work and play.