How did drop-leaf bookcases with writing surfaces such as the one shown on the left side of this image reflect deeper changes in colonial society and economy?
A) New pieces of this type of furniture were symbolic of the expanding trade networks in the
British Empire and the growing wealth of the merchant class in the colonies.
B) Writers and poets now had resources to develop a unique American literary style.
C) Furniture with writing surfaces promoted a higher level of educational advancement available
to all levels of colonial society.
D) Members of colonial assemblies had greater opportunities to develop local legislation from
their homes instead of having to travel to distant cities where the assemblies met.
A
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