7. What does the phrase "diamond hours" paragraph 5 suggest about the author's views of a woman's
life and purpose?
A. The author uses the phrase "diamond hours" to portray the ideal marriage: strong,
unchanging, and valued.
B. The author's word choice of "diamond hours" is a play on diamond engagement rings; the
author is scorning women's expensive tastes and superficial view of marriage.
C. The author's word choice of "diamond hours" suggests that he views the period of woman
is most likely to become pregnant to be the most precious point in her life.
D. The author's word choice of "diamond hours" suggests that he views motherhood be
the most valuable point and the most important role in her life.