Guys answer my last two questions​

How do you know ? what does verne have his characters say and/or that reveal that attitude ?

How are the freedom of religion and the freedom of assembly alike? both involve the freedom to express oneself. both were an original part of the constitution. both were practiced by the early puritans. both were denied to immigrants.

What event during this time may have sparked this newfound independence of women and ushered in an era of adopting more modern societal values