Women 1960-1973 Flashcards
1
Q
What were women achieving more of by the 1960s?
A
College degrees
2
Q
How many women were using the contraceptive pill in 1968 compared to 6 million in 1966?
A
11 million
3
Q
What were seen as symbols of male supremacy?
A
Bras, Make up and High Heels
4
Q
Which president’s wife was a strong advocate of advancing women’s rights?
A
Eleanor Roosevelt
5
Q
The landmark abortion court case Roe vs Wade was in which year?
A
1973
6
Q
What did businesswomen complain about?
A
Glass ceiling
7
Q
What does the acronym NOW mean?
A
National Organization for Women
8
Q
How much backpay did NOW secure via a Supreme Court ruling?
A
$30 million
