In Medieval times, who were "femme soles" ?
Correct answer: B. women who operated their own businesses without men
- A. anchorites who lived in seclusion
- B. women who operated their own businesses without men
- C. women who were villains in stories of courtly love
- D. educated women
Explanation
A femme sole was a woman legally able to act independently, including owning property or running a business without a husband’s authority. This makes women operating their own businesses the best answer.
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