Explain the notion of “separate spheres” in American history. When, where, and how did the concept develop? To whom does it most apply? How has the notion of separate spheres affected opportunities for women and patterns of relationships and marriage in the United States? What assumptions has it created, and for whom?

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explanation:

president thomas jefferson hoped that the embargo act of 1807 would the united states by demonstrating to britain and france their dependence on american goods, convincing them to respect american neutrality and stop impressing american seamen. instead, the act had a devastating effect on american trade.