Challenges and crises-Issues of female emancipation Flashcards
How were supporters of women’s suffrage divided?
- They were divided between the peaceful protesters (suffragists), led by Millicent Fawcett, and the more militant Suffragettes, led by the Pankhurst’s.
What happened to the women’s suffrage and ‘conciliation’ bills that were considered by Parliament in this periods?
They were blocked by the Conservatives and some Liberals.
What impact did growing Suffragette militancy have on the movement?
The growing militancy led to criticism and loss of members.
How did the government respond to Suffragette militancy?
They introduced the Cat and Mouse Act to release women who went on hunger strike as previously women arrested were force fed. On Black Friday 1910 women marched for the vote but were met with police resistance.
Why didn’t the government simply enfranchise women to end the crisis?
They were unsure what effect the vote would have on elections and the war caused the bill to be halted. Asquith opposed the bill and refused to give in to violence.
