In colonial New England,
A. gender equality was reinforced by the prevailing culture.
B. strict parental control made premarital sexual relations almost nonexistent.
C. dowries were a common feature of marriage.
D. most women whose husbands died were widowed early in life.
E. choosing a spouse independent of a parent's wishes was common.
Answer: C
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