In Her Advice to Women in the Middle Class (Evaluating

In her advice to women in the middle class (Evaluating the Evidence 20.3) , Sarah Stickney Ellis stated: "Much more congenial to the highest attributes of woman's character, are inquiries such as these: 'How shall I endeavor through this day to turn the time, the health, and the means permitted me to enjoy, to the best account? Is any one sick, I must visit their chamber without delay, and try to give their apartment an air of comfort, by arranging such things as the wearied nurse may not have thought of. Is any one about to set off on a journey, I must see that the early meal is spread, to prepare it with my own hands, in order that the servant, who was working late last night, may profit by unbroken rest. Did I fail in what was kind or considerate to any of the family yesterday. . . .'"
Based on this passage, what did Ellis believe was a woman's primary obligation each day?

A) To make sure that the servants understand what they are required to do during the day
B) To plan the day so that it will be as entertaining as possible
C) To think about how best to help those who need assistance
D) To meet with friends for tea and talk about the latest scandals involving acquaintances from the same social circle