Congratulations! Passive (d) is
the correct answer.
Throughout the first half of the eighteenth century, mothers
were encouraged to act passive, ineffectual,
and insensitive toward their children. This
remote and distant mothering, however, changed
dramatically during this century. Motherhood
shifted toward a more humanistic way of parenting.
As a mother, we encourage you to be more
affectionate, caring, and nurturing with
your children. Motherhood is acknowledged
as a cherished, and most importantly, natural
aspect in an eighteenth century woman's life
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