As Late as 18th Century British Colonial America, a Woman

As late as 18th century British colonial America, a woman became a feme covert when married, meaning what?

A) She gained considerable social status.
B) She was allowed to participate in certain social activities such as voting and religious ceremonies.
C) She transferred much of her identity to that of her husband, losing much of her legal standing in the process.
D) She underwent mild surgical procedures to emphasize a feminine appearance.