... religion "as religion and thrashing are the only remedies for a depraved nature and our immoral souls must be considered" (28). The woman's sole purpose was to bear children. Sex or masturbation were believed to cause a series of ailments and diseases, and even had to be exercised with caution once in wedlock. People were monitored closely, and anything out of the ordinary ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School