Isabella Beecher Hooker and Women's Suffrage

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What impact did Isabella Beecher Hooker's advocacy have on women's suffrage at the national level?

She successfully lobbied for a constitutional amendment guaranteeing full suffrage for all women across the United States.

She convinced several U.S. senators to support a limited national suffrage proposal. (correct)

She spearheaded a national campaign that resulted in a Supreme Court decision mandating women's suffrage.

Her efforts led to the immediate passage of federal legislation ensuring equal voting rights for women in all states.

How did Isabella Beecher Hooker primarily contribute to the improvement of married women's lives in Connecticut during the 19th century?

By establishing a network of women's shelters and support services throughout the state.

By actively campaigning for and securing the right for married women to own property in Connecticut. (correct)

By lobbying for legislation that granted married women equal rights to child custody in the event of separation.

By founding a legal aid society specifically designed to represent married women in divorce cases.

In what way did Isabella Beecher Hooker's spiritual beliefs impact her relationships with her family members?

Her spiritual beliefs were completely detached from her family life, causing no noticeable impact on family dynamics or interactions.

Her belief in Spiritualism worried some family members, leading to limitations in contact, though most reconciled with her before her death. (correct)

Her commitment to Spiritualism was embraced by her siblings, Catherine and Henry, leading them to explore these beliefs together.

Her unwavering belief in Spiritualism led to universal acceptance and admiration from all family members, strengthening their bonds.

What stance did Isabella Beecher Hooker take regarding the allegations against her brother, Henry, and how did it affect her family dynamics?

She insisted on Henry's guilt and pressured him to confess, while other family members believed in his innocence, leading to a significant family rift. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did Isabella Beecher Hooker continue her efforts in the women's suffrage movement after 1890?

She didn't reunite with other suffrage groups until 1890, despite starting the process earlier. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason behind Lucy Stone's refusal to continue sewing clothes for male college students?

She believed the practice perpetuated the unequal treatment and lack of educational opportunities for women. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Lucy Stone primarily finance her college education, demonstrating her independence and determination?

She independently earned money through various means, including selling berries and chestnuts, and later by teaching. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Lucy Stone's experiences at Oberlin College reveal to her about the treatment of women in higher education?

Women's roles were often relegated to menial housework with significantly lower pay compared to their male counterparts. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Besides facing financial struggles, what other challenge did Lucy Stone encounter while at Oberlin College, hindering her pursuit of equality for women?

A need to chip away at cultural practices that limited women and speaking out in meeting with males students. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the broader impact of Lucy Stone's actions and determination in the context of women's education?

Her steadfast determination paved the way for more women to follow her and pursue higher education despite societal barriers. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Lucy Stone

A pioneering advocate for women's rights and education.

Opposition to sewing for college boys

Lucy Stone refused to sew for male students, symbolizing her stand against gender inequality.