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What significant legislative change occurred in 1920 that impacted women's rights?
What significant legislative change occurred in 1920 that impacted women's rights?
The 19th Amendment was ratified, granting women the right to vote.
How did the Women's Era (1890-1920) affect women's economic opportunities?
How did the Women's Era (1890-1920) affect women's economic opportunities?
During the Women's Era, women gained more economic and political opportunities due to legal changes, such as owning property and controlling their wages.
What role did the Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) play in the suffrage movement?
What role did the Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) play in the suffrage movement?
The WCTU campaigned for both women's suffrage and temperance, advocating for women's rights in various social issues.
Describe the tactics used by the National Women's Party in their suffrage campaign.
Describe the tactics used by the National Women's Party in their suffrage campaign.
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What was one major social effect of the 18th Amendment (Prohibition)?
What was one major social effect of the 18th Amendment (Prohibition)?
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What did Carrie Nation become known for in the temperance movement?
What did Carrie Nation become known for in the temperance movement?
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How did the birth control debate contribute to women's rights movements?
How did the birth control debate contribute to women's rights movements?
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Why did some women's organizations oppose the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)?
Why did some women's organizations oppose the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)?
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Study Notes
Women's Suffrage
- 19th Amendment (1920): Women gained the right to vote.
- Women's economic and political opportunities increased between 1890 and 1920.
- Women were aided by legal changes allowing property ownership, wage control, and contract rights.
- Many women worked in the textile industry during the early 20th century.
- The Women's Christian Temperance Union (founded in 1874) advocated for both women's suffrage and temperance.
1890s American Society
- The American mass consumer society emerged.
- New products like washing machines targeted women in the home.
- African American and immigrant women often worked in domestic service or low-paying factory jobs.
- Native-born white women saw increased opportunities in office work.
Birth Control and Suffrage
- Margaret Sanger opened a Brooklyn clinic, which distributed birth control information.
- The debate surrounding birth control highlighted women in the public health and free speech spheres.
Suffrage Movement Fragmentation
- The suffrage movement initially had divisions based on social class, race, and ethnicity.
- Upper-class women often ignored Black and immigrant suffragists.
- Alice Paul led the National Women's Party using aggressive tactics like chaining themselves to the White House fence and hunger strikes.
Prohibition
- The 18th Amendment (1919) banned the sale of alcohol.
- Prohibition negatively impacted businesses like theaters and restaurants.
- Prohibition created illegal alcohol production and unsafe drinking habits.
- Enforcement agencies like the Bureau of Prohibition increased funding and were more aggressive.
- The main result of Prohibition was unsafe drinking becoming the norm.
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Explore the significant milestones of women's suffrage and the evolving societal roles of women in America from the 1890s to the early 20th century. This quiz covers the impact of the 19th Amendment, economic opportunities, and the birth control movement. Test your knowledge on how these changes shaped the lives of women during this crucial period in history.
