Elizabeth Black Research Paper

There was a time when women were not allowed to become doctor. This profession only restricted to man. People thought that women were not too strong that could bear the stress to become a doctor.

Elizabeth Black was the first lady, American lady, got the admission in a medical college. An influential doctor recommends her for admission. The administrator of the college did not refuse the doctor but they also did not want a female student in their college. They decided to put the matter before students, hoping that her admission will be refused.

The college authorities were surprised that the student body approved her admission. Some of the students thought that women should have equal rights. Some of them thought it would be amusing to be the only medical college in the
The dean introduced her to all the students in her class. Initially when she came to college they behaved very badly, but after joining the class, the whole situation started changing. The presence of a lady proved that it is beneficial in the discipline of the medical college.

Now a days women are working side by side with men, women are playing very crucial role in society by joining all sorts of professions and careers.

Difficult Words

Nuisance ------------ person, thing or circumstance causing trouble or annoyance

Prevail ------------- 1.(often foll, by against, over) be victorious or gain 2. be the more usual or predominant

Offend -------------- 1. cause offense to , upset 2. Displease, Anger

Student Body --------- all student member of college

Influential ---------- having great influence

Diffident ----------- shy, lacking self-confidence

Unanimously ---------- all in agreement (committee was unanimous)

Authorities ---------- favouring or enforcing strict obedience to authority

Q.1 Why it is thought that man could be doctor according to the lesson "The Door Swings