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What motivated Frances Willard to become an advocate for the temperance movement?
What motivated Frances Willard to become an advocate for the temperance movement?
- She experienced firsthand the negative impacts of alcohol abuse on families. (correct)
- She believed alcohol abuse was a moral issue.
- She wanted to improve women's rights and equality.
- She sought to gain social recognition and influence.
How did Frances Willard view the right to vote for women?
How did Frances Willard view the right to vote for women?
- As a means to achieve social change. (correct)
- As a tool to gain political power.
- As a way to challenge gender inequality.
- As a fundamental human right.
Why was Frances Willard's approach to women's suffrage unique?
Why was Frances Willard's approach to women's suffrage unique?
- She saw voting rights as a means to achieve social change, rather than an inherent right. (correct)
- She focused on economic equality for women.
- She advocated for a gradual approach to suffrage.
- She emphasized the importance of education for women.
Which organization did Frances Willard found and lead?
Which organization did Frances Willard found and lead?
What role did the WCTU play in the women's suffrage movement?
What role did the WCTU play in the women's suffrage movement?
Who among the following was a Quaker suffragist?
Who among the following was a Quaker suffragist?
Which of these individuals was known for advocating for women and children in India?
Which of these individuals was known for advocating for women and children in India?
What was the common ground that united suffragists despite their diverse religious backgrounds?
What was the common ground that united suffragists despite their diverse religious backgrounds?
Which of these figures was NOT religious?
Which of these figures was NOT religious?
Which individual is described as being skilled at persuasion and negotiation?
Which individual is described as being skilled at persuasion and negotiation?
Flashcards
Frances Willard
Frances Willard
A key leader in the women's suffrage movement who promoted women's political participation.
Religious affiliations in suffrage
Religious affiliations in suffrage
Different suffrage leaders had various religious beliefs, impacting their collaboration.
International collaboration
International collaboration
Suffragists partnered with global figures advocating for women's rights.
Challenges of suffrage movement
Challenges of suffrage movement
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Pandita Ramabai Sarasvati
Pandita Ramabai Sarasvati
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WCTU
WCTU
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Temperance Movement
Temperance Movement
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Voting as Empowerment
Voting as Empowerment
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Susan B. Anthony's Recognition
Susan B. Anthony's Recognition
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Study Notes
Women's Suffrage Movement
- Frances Willard, a prominent figure in the women's suffrage movement, championed the cause with her natural talent for persuasion and negotiation.
- She successfully garnered support, including gaining the presidency of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU).
- Willard worked tirelessly, often giving hundreds of speeches annually, to foster the movement's progress.
- She emphasized that women's suffrage was a crucial step in the broader fight for societal change.
- She famously stated, "The guns are ballots and the bullets are ideas."
- The suffrage movement faced challenges from differing opinions and issues, particularly concerning religion.
- Key leaders of the time like Lucretia Mott, Frances Willard, and Susan B. Anthony belonged to diverse religious groups (Quakers, Methodists, and Catholics respectively).
- Regardless of religious differences, important figures worked together for women's rights.
- Willard faced disapproval from some for her unconventional activities like bicycle riding, as it was considered unladylike at the time.
- She successfully addressed concerns and broadened support.
- Willard's work inspired many women. International collaboration existed, as evidenced by women working alongside Pandita Ramabai Sarasvati in India, who also advocated for women's rights.
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