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How did the 'new woman' of the early 20th century differ from previous societal expectations?
How did the 'new woman' of the early 20th century differ from previous societal expectations?
- She primarily focused on maintaining traditional family structures while advocating for minor reforms.
- She rejected all forms of employment and dedicated herself to political activism.
- She solely pursued domestic roles but demanded higher wages for household work.
- She sought greater access to education, new professions, economic independence, and adopted new social customs. (correct)
Following World War I, which sector experienced an influx of women, traditionally reserved for men?
Following World War I, which sector experienced an influx of women, traditionally reserved for men?
- Heavy industry and manufacturing plants.
- The tertiary sector, including offices, healthcare, and education. (correct)
- Mining and resource extraction industries.
- The agriculture and farming sector.
Despite increased opportunities for women in the workforce during the early 20th century, what disparity persisted for working-class women?
Despite increased opportunities for women in the workforce during the early 20th century, what disparity persisted for working-class women?
- They often received lower wages than men for performing similar jobs. (correct)
- They were excluded from certain professions based on their social class.
- They were primarily employed in management positions.
- They were denied access to education and professional training.
What societal expectation regarding domestic work persisted despite the growing presence of women in the workforce?
What societal expectation regarding domestic work persisted despite the growing presence of women in the workforce?
In the early 20th century, how did societal views on family structure influence the roles of men and women?
In the early 20th century, how did societal views on family structure influence the roles of men and women?
What was a common path for young women from rural backgrounds with limited opportunities in the early 20th century?
What was a common path for young women from rural backgrounds with limited opportunities in the early 20th century?
What limitations did the 'new woman' of the 20th century aim to overcome?
What limitations did the 'new woman' of the 20th century aim to overcome?
What does the text suggest about the roles of women in advertising during the early 20th century?
What does the text suggest about the roles of women in advertising during the early 20th century?
What characterized the 'new woman' of the American society during the early decades of the 20th century?
What characterized the 'new woman' of the American society during the early decades of the 20th century?
What type of industries did the majority of working class women work in during the early 20th century?
What type of industries did the majority of working class women work in during the early 20th century?
Flashcards
New Woman Americana
New Woman Americana
A new female model that emerged in the early 20th century, characterized by greater access to education and new professions.
Women's Suffrage
Women's Suffrage
The right to vote, first exercised by women in many countries during the early 20th century.
Women's Access to New Jobs
Women's Access to New Jobs
After World War I, women gained access to jobs in the tertiary sector, such as offices, healthcare, and education, previously reserved for men.
Persistent Gender Roles
Persistent Gender Roles
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Salary Inequality
Salary Inequality
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Origins of Domestic Workers
Origins of Domestic Workers
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Study Notes
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The "new woman" model emerged in the early decades of the 20th century
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It was based on the American "new woman"
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It was characterized by greater access to education
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Pursuit of new professions
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Economic independence
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Adoption of new social customs
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Women in many countries were able to exercise the right to vote for the first time
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The initial projection of women outside the home did not mean a profound change in the family hierarchical structure
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Men were still considered the head of the family
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Women maintained their role as mother and wife
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The new woman of the twentieth century wanted to overthrow the limitations imposed by a society dominated by men
Access to New Jobs
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After the First World War, many women gained access to work in the tertiary sector
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This activity was previously reserved for men
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These jobs included offices, healthcare, administration, and teaching, opened new perspectives for middle-class women.
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Most working-class women continued to work as laborers in industry and domestic service
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Even though they performed similar jobs to men, they received lower wages
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Women who "served" often came from peasant families
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Their daughters had almost no choice but to enter a convent or do unskilled urban jobs
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Despite many women joining the labor market, domestic work continued to be an exclusive task for women.
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It was unthinkable to feature a male image in an advertisement for household appliances.
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