Anna Howard Shaw's Influence on Suffrage

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What was Anna Howard Shaw's significant contribution towards the suffrage movement?

She campaigned alongside her husband for the cause.

She created the Men's League for Woman Suffrage.

She worked tirelessly to get women's right to vote and was a prominent activist in this movement. (correct)

She was the president of the National Woman Suffrage Association.

Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Men's League for Woman Suffrage?

It encouraged more men to join the suffrage movement. (correct)

It formed a support network of women for women's suffrage.

It helped to increase the membership of the National Women's Party.

It passed the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote.

How did members of the Men's League for Woman Suffrage face public disapproval?

They faced legal action for supporting suffrage.

They were ridiculed and subjected to verbal insults. (correct)

They were ostracized from their communities.

They were dismissed from political positions.

What inference can be drawn about the society's attitude towards women's suffrage during this time?

There was strong opposition and public disapproval towards women's suffrage. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was James Lees Laidlaw's primary role in the Men's League for Woman Suffrage?

He organized male participation and events to support women's suffrage. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the estrangement between Anna and her family?

Anna's decision to become a preacher. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was Anna's main argument for women's suffrage?

Women could offer a different perspective to political decision-making. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What strategies did Anna employ to pay her way through school?

She gave temperance lectures and preached. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What motivated Anna to become involved in the suffrage movement?

She believed women deserved the same rights as men. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Anna's work with Susan B. Anthony?

They helped to unite the two major branches of the women's suffrage movement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role did Anna play in the National American Woman Suffrage Association (NAWSA)?

She served as president of the NAWSA for eleven years. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Anna view the challenges she faced during her suffrage work?

She considered them insignificant compared to the importance of the cause. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Anna see as the future of the suffrage movement when she wrote her memoirs in 1915?

She was confident that women would gain the right to vote in the near future. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was Anna Howard Shaw's profession before she became a minister?

Seamstress (C) Signup and view all the answers

What event inspired Anna Howard Shaw to pursue a career in ministry?

A chance encounter with her first female minister. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was Anna Howard Shaw's reaction when she first had to speak to a large audience?

She was nervous and didn't feel prepared to speak. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role did Anna Howard Shaw's early years in the Michigan woods play in helping her develop her strength and determination?

She developed a strong sense of independence and resilience. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main point Anna Howard Shaw made in the phrase "Women MUST have power to take their PART in the government of their COUNTRY"?

Women should be given the right to vote to influence political decisions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Anna Howard Shaw's early life is emphasized in the passage?

Her strong sense of self-reliance and ability to overcome adversity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Anna Howard Shaw encountering a woman minister?

It made her realize that women could be successful in preaching. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point of this passage about Anna Howard Shaw?

She was a determined woman who overcame a challenging childhood and made a significant impact as a minister. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anna Howard Shaw's Life and Work

Anna Howard Shaw (1847-1919) was a Methodist minister, and a prominent figure in the suffrage movement.
She faced adversity early in life, surviving harsh conditions with her family in Michigan.
She learned to survive in the wilderness, and even preached to the trees.
Shaw overcame personal challenges, including fear of large audiences, to become a powerful public speaker.
She worked tirelessly for women's suffrage, sometimes going without food.

Shaw's Role in the Suffrage Movement

Shaw was a key figure in uniting suffragists, especially regarding African-American women's right to vote.
She played a vital role in merging organizations, helping to propel the movement forward.
Shaw's leadership extended for eleven years as the President of the National American Woman Suffrage Association.
Shaw worked alongside notable figures, like Susan B. Anthony.
She helped create and build male support for the cause, and men formed the Men's League for Woman Suffrage.
She encouraged men and women to work together.
Shaw's efforts played a major role in achieving the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote.

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Explore the remarkable life and contributions of Anna Howard Shaw, a prominent figure in the women's suffrage movement. This quiz delves into her early struggles, her leadership role, and her efforts to unite suffragists for the cause. Discover how Shaw’s impact continues to resonate in the fight for women's rights.