On what basis did Benjamin Rush advocate for the formal education of women in 1787?
A) So they could be informed and equal citizens to men
B) So they could engage in intelligent conversation with their husbands
C) To keep them away from trivial women's concerns such as gossip
D) To help them be better mothers to their sons

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Benjamin Rush advocated for the education of women primarily to make them better mothers, as he believed educated women would raise informed and virtuous sons who would contribute positively to society.

On What Basis Did Benjamin Rush Advocate for the Formal