Question 1

According to Wollstonecraft, "and what they say of man I extend to mankind, insisting, that in all cases morals must be fixed on immutable principles; and that the being cannot be termed rational or virtuous, who obeys any authority but that of ..."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that morals must be based on immutable (unchanging) principles, and that a being cannot be considered rational or virtuous if they obey any authority other than reason. Therefore, the correct answer is D, reason.

Question 2

According to Wollstonecraft, "Yet, true voluptuousness must proceed from the mind-for what can equal the sensations produced by mutual affection, supported by ______________? What are the cold or feverish caresses of appetite, but sin embracing death, compared with the modest overflowings of a pure heart and exalted imagination?"

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that true voluptuousness comes from mutual affection supported by mutual respect. She contrasts this with the physical gratification of mere appetite, which she views as sin embracing death. Government, family creeds, and religious acts are not mentioned as supporting factors for true voluptuousness.

Question 3

According to Wollstonecraft, "From the _______________, I firmly believe, the greater number of female follies proceed; and the cunning, which I allow, makes at present a part of their character, I likewise have repeatedly endeavored to prove, is produced by oppression."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that the oppression and tyranny of man is the primary cause of many female follies, and that the cunning that women exhibit is a result of their oppression.

Question 4

According to Wollstonecraft, "And may I not lay some stress on this fact to prove, that when any power but _______ curbs the free spirit of man, dissimulation is practiced, and the various shifts of art are naturally called forth?"

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that dissimulation occurs when any power other than reason curbs the free spirit of man. The other options (civil, science, God's) do not align with her argument.

Question 5

According to Wollstonecraft, "Asserting the _______ which women in common with men ought to contend for, I have not attempted to extenuate their faults; but to prove them to be the natural consequence of their education and station in society."

Accepted Answer

Throughout her work, Wollstonecraft argues that women should have equal rights with men, including the right to education, work, and political representation. She acknowledges that women have faults, but she attributes these faults to the inferior education and limited social roles that women typically receive. Thus, the best choice is C) rights.

Question 6

According to Wollstonecraft, "Let woman share the rights, and she will emulate the ________ of man; for she must grow more perfect when emancipated, or justify the authority that chains such a weak being to her duty."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that if women are given the same rights as men, they will be able to develop and display the same virtues as men. She believes that women are not inherently weaker or less rational than men, but have been made so by societal restrictions on their education and opportunities. Thus, by granting women equal rights, society would see them become more perfect versions of themselves, able to fulfill their potential and be respected for their own abilities and accomplishments.

Question 7

According to Wollstonecraft, "But that noble simplicity of affection, which dares to appear unadorned, has few attractions for the libertine, though it be the charm, which, by cementing the matrimonial tie, secures to the pledges of a warmer passion the necessary parental attention; for children will never be properly educated till ___________ subsists between parents."

Accepted Answer

According to Wollstonecraft, the noble simplicity of affection that secures parental attention for children is friendship between parents.

Question 8

According to Wollstonecraft, "Moralists have unanimously agreed, that unless virtue be nursed by liberty, it will never attain due strength."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft believed that for virtue to develop fully, it needs to be nurtured by liberty. She argued that without the freedom to think and act independently, moral development is stunted.

Question 9

According to Wollstonecraft, "and what they say of man I extend to mankind, insisting, that in all cases morals must be fixed on immutable principles; and that the being cannot be termed rational or virtuous, who obeys any authority but that of custom."

Accepted Answer

This quote is a misattribution or alteration of Mary Wollstonecraft's views. Wollstonecraft advocated for reason and morality based on universal principles, not merely on custom or authority. She emphasized the importance of education and rational thinking as the basis for morality and virtue, rather than blind adherence to tradition or authority.

Question 10

According to Wollstonecraft, "Yet, true voluptuousness must proceed from the mind-for what can equal the sensations produced by mutual affection, supported by mutual respect? What are the cold or feverish caresses of appetite, but sin embracing death, compared with the modest overflowings of a pure heart and exalted imagination?"

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft argues that true pleasure comes from the mind and emotions rather than just physical desire, and that mutual affection and respect is a more satisfying and fulfilling experience compared to simply satisfying a physical craving.

Question 11

According to Wollstonecraft, "From the tyranny of man, I firmly believe, the greater number of female follies proceed; and the cunning, which I allow, makes at present a part of their character, I likewise have repeatedly endeavored to prove, is produced by oppression."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft believed that many of the follies and cunning behavior of women were a result of their oppression by men.

Question 12

According to Wollstonecraft, "And may I not lay some stress on this fact to prove, that when any power but God's curbs the free spirit of man, dissimulation is practiced, and the various shifts of art are naturally called forth?"

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Wollstonecraft, "And may I not...

Question 13

According to Wollstonecraft, "Asserting the rights which women in common with men ought to contend for, I have not attempted to extenuate their faults; but to prove them to be the natural consequence of their education and station in society."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft acknowledges women's faults, but argues that these faults are a product of their unequal education and social status. She asserts that if women were given the same opportunities as men, they would be able to overcome these faults and contribute to society just as effectively.

Question 14

According to Wollstonecraft, "Let woman share the rights, and she will emulate the virtues of man; for she must grow more perfect when emancipated, or justify the authority that chains such a weak being to her duty."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft believed that granting women equal rights and emancipation would lead to their development of virtues similar to men, and that they would become more perfect in their duties once free from the chains of patriarchal authority.

Question 15

According to Wollstonecraft, "But that noble simplicity of affection, which dares to appear unadorned, has few attractions for the libertine, though it be the charm, which, by cementing the matrimonial tie, secures to the pledges of a warmer passion the necessary parental attention; for children will never be properly educated till friendship subsists between parents."

Accepted Answer

Wollstonecraft is expressing her belief that a simple and genuine affection between partners is important for creating a strong foundation for a family and ensuring that children receive proper upbringing. She suggests that libertines, who are more interested in fleeting and superficial connections, may not appreciate this kind of affection.

Question 16

Explain what Wollstonecraft means when she says, "Moralists have unanimously agreed, that unless virtue be nursed by liberty, it will never attain due strength-and what they say of man I extend to mankind, insisting, that in all cases morals must be fixed on immutable principles; and that the being cannot be termed rational or virtuous, who obeys any authority but that of reason."

Accepted Answer