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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What college did Elizabeth Blackwell attend?

    • A.

      Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    • B.

      Ringling Clown College

    • C.

      London School of Medicine for Women

    • D.

      Geneva Medical College

    Correct Answer
    D. Geneva Medical College
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell attended Geneva Medical College.

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  • 2. 

    Where was Elizabeth Blackwell born?

    • A.

      New York City, US

    • B.

      Bristol, UK

    • C.

      London, UK

    • D.

      Bristol Farms, US

    Correct Answer
    B. Bristol, UK
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell was born in Bristol, UK.

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  • 3. 

    To how many medical schools did Elizabeth Blackwell apply?

    • A.

      17

    • B.

      16

    • C.

      33.5

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    A. 17
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell applied to 17 medical schools.

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  • 4. 

    Why did Elizabeth Blackwell decide to pursue a medical career?

    • A.

      She wanted to follow in her sister's footsteps.

    • B.

      The family goat came to her in a dream and said, "You goat to go to medical school...no kidding!"

    • C.

      A sick friend suggested that she pursue a career in medicine.

    • D.

      Her father encouraged the idea.

    Correct Answer
    C. A sick friend suggested that she pursue a career in medicine.
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell decided to pursue a medical career because a sick friend suggested that she do so.

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  • 5. 

    What was her career before becoming a doctor?

    • A.

      School Teacher

    • B.

      Seamstress

    • C.

      Housekeeper

    • D.

      Carnival Barker

    Correct Answer
    A. School Teacher
    Explanation
    Before becoming a doctor, her career was as a school teacher.

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  • 6. 

    With whom did she open up the New York Infirmary for Women and Children?

    • A.

      Samuel Blackwell & Dr. Emily Blackwell

    • B.

      Clara Barton & Annie Oakley

    • C.

      Dr. J. Kris Rodenberg & Grandma Moses

    • D.

      Dr. Emily Blackwell & Dr. Marie Zakrzewska

    Correct Answer
    D. Dr. Emily Blackwell & Dr. Marie Zakrzewska
    Explanation
    Dr. Emily Blackwell and Dr. Marie Zakrzewska opened up the New York Infirmary for Women and Children.

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  • 7. 

    What was the lifespan of Elizabeth Blackwell?

    • A.

      1821-1913

    • B.

      1821-2020

    • C.

      1821-1910

    • D.

      1821-1887

    Correct Answer
    C. 1821-1910
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell was born in 1821 and died in 1910.

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  • 8. 

    Besides women's needs in medicine, what did Elizabeth Blackwell advocate?

    • A.

      Women's voting rights

    • B.

      Health and hygiene

    • C.

      In favor of slavery

    • D.

      The right of goats to practice law

    Correct Answer
    B. Health and hygiene
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell was a prominent figure in the field of medicine and the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. She dedicated her life to improving healthcare and advocating for better health and hygiene practices. Blackwell believed that by promoting health and hygiene, she could help prevent diseases and improve the overall well-being of individuals and communities. She established several clinics and hospitals that focused on providing quality healthcare and educating the public about the importance of hygiene. Through her work, Blackwell aimed to create a healthier society and improve the overall quality of medical care.

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  • 9. 

    Whom did Elizabeth Blackwell marry?

    • A.

      Dr. Peter G. Oat

    • B.

      Louis Vuitton

    • C.

      Dr. Rudolf Virchow

    • D.

      Never Married

    Correct Answer
    D. Never Married
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell never married.

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  • 10. 

    What was the name of the medical school that Elizabeth Blackwell founded?

    • A.

      Female Medical College

    • B.

      London School of Medicine for Women

    • C.

      Johns Hopkins University

    • D.

      The Correction Institute for Circus Accidents

    Correct Answer
    B. London School of Medicine for Women
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell founded the London School of Medicine for Women. This medical school was established in 1874 and was the first institution in Britain to provide medical education exclusively for women. Blackwell believed that women should have equal opportunities in the medical field and founded this school to provide them with the necessary education and training.

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