Question

What reason does the author provide to support the point that Martha Washington should be considered the "Mother of America"?

a
Her bravery when being inoculated from smallpox

b
Her care and attention to others' needs as the General's wife

c
Her fear of being kidnapped by British soldiers

d
Her willingness to knit socks for soldiers at the military camp

Answer 1

Answer:

Option B) Her care and attention to other's needs as the Generals wife.

[please exercise some caution as I may be incorrect]

Explanation:

Martha Washington is the wife of George Washington and was the Inaugural First Lady of the United states. She was seen as a mother figure by Continental Army troops during the American Revolutionary War and I believe this emotion carried on to the author for that Title.