Reform Flashcards
Who was William Lloyd Garrison?
Author of the “The Liberator.” He was an Abolitionist.
Who was Stowe?
The author of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” Response to the Fugitive Slave Laws.
What was the Insane Reform in 1820?
Insanity was considered a crime and there were public mental institutions. Dorthea Dix (Mental Health).
Who was Horace Mann?
He created the first statewide education system: uniform curriculum, “normal schools”
Define temperance
Temperance was to “slow down” or limit the consumption of alcohol.
In 1820, they believed that alcohol was stimulant.
Who were the Washington Society?
They believed that “cold water” was a cure the drunk. It was part of temperance.
Who were the Magdalene Society?
It was prostitution reform. ((Needs a true answer))
Who was Elizabeth Blackwell?
She was the first female licensed doctor. She studied in Boston Medical School (1848).
What happened at the Seneca Fall Convention in 1848?
Women created the Declaration of Sentiments. It was similar to the Declaration of Independence.
Who were Sarah and Angelina Grimke, Stanton, and Mott (a Quaker)?
They were “mother of the feminist movement.”
In the Second Great Awakening, anyone can find God if repent. Where can you repent during that period?
Traditional churches/ordination was not necessary. You can repent in outdoor camp meetings (aka Missionary Movement)
What was the “Second Awakening?”
It was more democratic, anyone can find God if repent,
Who was Charles Finney?
He was the father of Modern Revivalism in the “Second Awakening.”
Who created the religion “Shakers”
Mother Ann Lee
Who was John Noyes?
Utopia of complex marriage, “free love”
Oneida (in Silverware)
