1. In past times when women were not allowed public forums for their ideas, they often gained power, authority, and the right to be heard when they claimed to have visions. Where in Julian of Norwich's and Rebecca Jackson's writings do we see them claim authority from their visions/prophetic dreams? How are they alike? How different? How does Margery Kemp compare and/or contrast with the above two women?

2. What gives authority to Sojourner Truth? Which of the women that we've considered this week does she most resemble in how she takes authority and how she uses her power? In what ways is she like that woman?

3. a) Imagine a conversation between Florence Nightingale and Kate Chopin. How would Nightingale feel about Edna Pontellier?
b) What would she say to Chopin?
c) Who are the women Nightingale addresses as her audience?
d) How do these differ from Sojourner Truth's audience?