Mary Ann Shadd Cary: Activism and Education

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What groups of people were often considered unworthy of the vote according to the suffragists?

Educated white men

Only Native Americans and Latino Americans

Wealthy immigrants

People who couldn't read or write, Native Americans, African Americans, and immigrants (correct)

Which leader expressed a desire to retreat to a place with 'some American people left'?

Alice Paul (correct)

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Susan B. Anthony

Mary Ann Shadd Cary

What was a significant criticism of the suffragists' approach to gaining support for suffrage?

They limited their advocacy only to educated women.

They neglected the needs of immigrant communities entirely.

They often catered to racist beliefs in their efforts for suffrage. (correct)

They relied solely on political alliances with progressive parties.

How did Elizabeth Cady Stanton describe the knowledge of certain individuals in relation to governance?

Their ignorance prevents them from understanding basic governmental structures. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the imagery on page 2 symbolize regarding the responsibilities of colored women?

Their equal partnership with colored men in the fight for freedom. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What significant impact did Mary Ann Shadd Cary have on public perception during her time?

She inspired respect and fear among those in positions of authority. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mary Ann Shadd Cary's family move to Pennsylvania?

To ensure better educational opportunities for their children. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, which concerned Mary Ann Shadd Cary?

A legislation that permitted slave owners to reclaim escaped slaves. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Mary Ann Shadd Cary's suggestion for improving the lives of black people?

To move to Canada for better opportunities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did Mary Ann Shadd Cary contribute to the education of black children?

By becoming a teacher in several states. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role did her family's home play in the fight against slavery?

It functioned as a stopping point on the Underground Railroad. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable quality of Mary Ann Shadd Cary that influenced others around her?

Her charisma and command of presence. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What societal issue motivated Mary Ann Shadd Cary's father to take an active role in community efforts?

The potential deportation of black people to Africa. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following arguments did Mary Ann Cary NOT make to support the idea that black women should have the right to vote?

The vote is key to advancing equality for African Americans, requiring them to work hard to better their own lives. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Mary Ann Cary's approach to suffrage differ from some of her white suffragist counterparts?

She was more willing to engage with the political parties' stance on suffrage, connecting the issue to the voting record of both Republicans and Democrats. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Mary Ann Cary's response when workers refused to register her and other women to vote in 1874?

She demanded sworn statements from the workers that they had refused to register them, ensuring a documented record of the discrimination. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mary Ann Cary believe that black women should have the right to vote, and what did she argue would be the consequences of their disenfranchisement?

She believed that black women, by voting, could help secure better access to education, employment, and housing, leading to a more equitable society. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What societal barriers did Mary Ann Cary face in her fight for suffrage?

She encountered prejudice and discrimination based on both her race and gender, facing opposition from those who believed women, particularly black women, were not fit for political engagement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In Mary Ann Cary's view, what was the impact of the lack of suffrage on black women's lives?

It prevented them from assuming leadership roles in their communities, depriving them of the power to advocate for their collective needs and interests. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Frances Willard, a prominent temperance reformer and suffragist, held an insulting view of African Americans. Her words reveal what about the complexities of the suffrage movement?

She, like many white suffragists, was blinded by the racial biases of her era, failing to recognize the shared struggle for equality between white and black women. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Mary Ann Cary's experiences as a pioneer in the African American press shape her views on suffrage?

She learned from the challenges of running a newspaper, highlighting the need for black women to have political representation in order to secure the resources and support necessary for community development (A) Signup and view all the answers

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