During the American Revolution, female "camp followers"
A. served to maintain traditional gender distinctions.
B. assisted in the support of regular troops.
C. were prostitutes.
D. often inadvertently betrayed the position of Washington's army.
E. played traditional female roles and were not involved in combat.
Answer: B
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