Suffragist Banners and Protests

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What does the caption "The Time Has Come To Conquer Or Submit.For Us There Is But One Choice.We Have Made It, President Wilson." suggest about the suffragists' stance?

The suffragists were prepared to use force to achieve their goals, but they were ultimately willing to submit to President Wilson's authority.
The suffragists were confident that their efforts would ultimately lead to victory, and that President Wilson would eventually support their cause.
The suffragists felt they had no other choice but to continue their activism, despite facing legal consequences. (correct)
The suffragists were calling out President Wilson's hypocrisy in supporting democracy abroad while denying it to women in the United States.

The "Special Prison Pins" mentioned in the text were designed to:

Recognize the sacrifices of the suffragists who were jailed for their activism. (correct)
Motivate other suffragists to join the picket lines, even facing the risk of arrest.
Serve as a symbol of unity and support for the suffragists during their imprisonment.
Mark the specific crimes committed by each suffragist imprisoned.

The image and caption of Virginia Arnold's banner suggest a key strategy used by the suffragists was:

Highlighting inconsistencies in President Wilson's public pronouncements on democracy and his actions towards women. (correct)
Appealing to President Wilson's sympathy for marginalized groups to gain his support.
Using humor and satire to undermine President Wilson's authority.
Using confrontational tactics to force President Wilson to address the issue of women's suffrage.

Based on the information provided, which of these statements is NOT supported by the text?

The suffragists were a unified group with a common goal and approach to achieving it. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the two images provided?

The first image focuses on the physical conditions of imprisonment while the second image focuses on the political motivations of the suffragists. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the suffragists' banners convey?

The suffragists' desire for women to have the right to vote. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the suffragists use their skills as seamstresses in their activism?

They crafted intricate banners and sashes to convey their messages to the public. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the suffragists want to be treated as political prisoners rather than criminals?

They believed that political prisoners received better treatment and had access to legal avenues to challenge their convictions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What message did the banner carried by Alice Paul convey?

It highlighted the urgency of the suffrage movement and the need for decisive action. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the suffragists use their protests at the White House to further their cause?

They sought to draw public awareness to the issue and create a sense of urgency. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the suffragists' picketing in all kinds of weather demonstrate?

Their unwavering commitment and dedication to the cause despite adversity. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the rhetorical strategy employed by the suffragists in choosing the phrase 'To ask Freedom for Women is not a Crime'?

They used a simple and direct statement to appeal to a sense of fairness and justice. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why was the suffragists' demand to be treated as political prisoners a crucial aspect of their strategy?

They wanted to leverage the legal system to their advantage and gain a platform for their cause. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Activism and Slogans

Slogans, hashtags, and banners were used by activists like suffragists to spread their messages and gain support.

Suffragist Banners

Banners, sashes, and other visual displays were used by suffragists to communicate their message and attract attention during public events.

Prisoner Treatment Banner

This banner highlights the suffragists' demand for equal treatment in prison. They argued that they were political prisoners, not criminals, and should be treated accordingly.

Suffragist Protests at the White House

Suffragists protested in front of the White House to bring attention to their cause and pressure the President to support women's suffrage.