But it does mean that there are great differences in the social conditions.

One such difference can be very briefly expressed.

An English girl, an American girl, a Norwegian, a Dane, a Swede, is allowed all possible liberty before marriage.

The girl is told, "You must be able to take care of yourself, and not do wrong." After marriage there is no more such liberty.

After marriage in all Northern countries a woman's conduct is strictly watched.