U.S. History 2 Women's Rights Movement Quiz

Questions and Answers

How was Phyllis Schlafly connected to the women's rights movement?

She campaigned for the Equal Rights Amendment.

She founded the National Organization for Women.

She led a campaign to ban The Feminine Mystique.

She helped to defeat the Equal Rights Amendment. (correct)

The Feminine Mystique was written by:

Betty Friedan (correct)

Phyllis Schlafly

Susan B. Anthony

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Before the National Organization for Women was founded, efforts to gain equal rights for women resulted in:

Fairer educational funding for men and women.

Few changes by either the government or employers. (correct)

The ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.

A surprising reduction of women in the workforce.

Some women opposed the Equal Rights Amendment because:

They thought it undermined traditional values. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the focus of abortion opponents today?

They work both to restrict and to outlaw abortions. Signup and view all the answers

In The Feminine Mystique, the author argued that:

Women feel worthless when they deny themselves freedom of expression. Signup and view all the answers

A woman who entered the workforce in the 1960s could expect to:

Work for male supervisors and managers. Signup and view all the answers

One way many women's lives changed in the 1950s was that they:

Were helped by new household technology. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best explains the outcome of Roe v. Wade?

Women gained the right to end pregnancies, while states gained the right to restrict abortions. Signup and view all the answers

What do women's rights groups today focus on in regard to abortion?

Fighting to keep abortions legal. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Women's Rights Movement Overview

Phyllis Schlafly played a significant role in the women's rights movement by campaigning against the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and successfully helping to defeat it.
Betty Friedan authored "The Feminine Mystique," which criticized the limitations placed on women in a traditional domestic role.

National Organization for Women (NOW)

Prior to the founding of NOW, efforts for women's rights saw minimal government or employer changes regarding women's equality.
NOW was established to advocate for comprehensive changes in women's rights.

Opposition to the Equal Rights Amendment

Some women opposed the ERA, believing it undermined traditional values and societal roles rather than representing an equitable advancement for women.

Perspectives on Abortion

Contemporary abortion opponents aim to both restrict and outlaw abortion access, reflecting ongoing debates in reproductive rights.
The ruling in Roe v. Wade granted women the right to terminate pregnancies while allowing states some authority to impose restrictions.

Themes in "The Feminine Mystique"

Friedan argued that women's lack of freedom of expression led to feelings of worthlessness and unfulfillment, advocating for greater personal agency.

Women's Workforce Challenges in the 1960s

Women entering the workforce during the 1960s primarily worked under male supervisors, facing challenges such as a lack of protections against sexual harassment and inadequate maternity leave policies.

Changes for Women in the 1950s

The 1950s saw transformations in women’s lives, partly due to advancements in household technology that lessened domestic burdens.

Current Focus of Women's Rights Groups

Modern women's rights groups primarily work to keep abortion legal, emphasizing the importance of maintaining access to reproductive health services.

Description

Test your knowledge of the Women's Rights Movement in U.S. history with this quiz. Dive into important figures and landmark events that shaped women's rights, including roles played by activists and writers. Challenge yourself and learn more about this pivotal movement.