What was culturally expected of a white middle-class woman in the period from 1800 to 1840?

A) She would pursue a college education before marriage.
B) Once her children were in school, she would take a job outside the home to supplement the family's disposable income.
C) She would give birth to 6-10 children, in order to increase the population.
D) She would find fulfillment by focusing her energies on her family and home.
E) She would be responsible for producing the daily foodstuffs and necessities that her household required.

White Middle-Class Woman

Refers to a female individual belonging to the middle socio-economic class in a predominantly white society, often studied within the contexts of sociology and history to understand social dynamics and identity.

College Education

A form of higher education leading to an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree, typically provided by colleges or universities.

Disposable Income

The amount of money that households have available for spending and saving after income taxes have been accounted for, crucial for understanding consumer behavior and economic health.