Question

question 9 of 10

during the civil war, _____ was the first black woman to become a doctor of medicine in the united states.

a. rebecca lee crumpler
b. mary edwards walker
c. maria lewis
d. clara barton

Explanation:

Identify the historical figure

The question asks for the first Black woman to become a doctor of medicine in the United States during the Civil War.

Evaluate the choices

• Rebecca Lee Crumpler graduated from the New England Female Medical College in 1864, making her the first African American woman to earn an M.D. degree in the United States.
• Mary Edwards Walker was a white female surgeon who served in the Civil War and is the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor.
• Maria Lewis was an African American woman who disguised herself as a male soldier to fight in the Union Army.
• Clara Barton was a white nurse who founded the American Red Cross.

Confirm the correct option

Rebecca Lee Crumpler is the correct historical figure who fits the description.

Answer:

• (A) Rebecca Lee Crumpler (Correct answer)
• (B) Mary Edwards Walker
• (C) Maria Lewis
• (D) Clara Barton