Can you summarize the key points of women's suffrage and prohibition from these history test notes?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a summary of the key points related to women's suffrage and prohibition as presented in the history test notes.
Answer
19th Amendment in 1920; women's rights linked to prohibition; 18th Amendment banned alcohol in 1919.
The key points of women's suffrage include the 19th Amendment granting voting rights in 1920, economic opportunities for women, and pivotal groups like the Women's Christian Temperance Union and National Women's Party. For prohibition, the 18th Amendment banned alcohol in 1919, causing economic shifts and societal issues. Both movements were linked, with many suffrage supporters advocating for prohibition.
Answer for screen readers
The key points of women's suffrage include the 19th Amendment granting voting rights in 1920, economic opportunities for women, and pivotal groups like the Women's Christian Temperance Union and National Women's Party. For prohibition, the 18th Amendment banned alcohol in 1919, causing economic shifts and societal issues. Both movements were linked, with many suffrage supporters advocating for prohibition.
More Information
The women's suffrage movement had roots in the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention. Prohibition was an effort to reduce crime and social issues, but it often led to increased illegal activities.
Tips
Confusing the 18th and 19th Amendments is common. Remember, the 18th Amendment is about prohibition and the 19th about women's suffrage.
Sources
- The U.S. Movement, Leaders & 19th Amendment - history.com
- The 18th & 19th Amendments: Prohibition & Women's Suffrage - twq.ygn.mybluehost.me
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