The typical planter's wife
a. worked in the fields with her slaves.
b. legally had an equal share in the estate with her husband.
c. was heavily involved in managing the day-to-day affairs of the plantation.
d. spent most of her time preparing for grand balls and other festive occasions.
ANSWER: c
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a. true b. false
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