Women Flashcards
(56 cards)
What are the themes to consider for women?
- Social
- Political
- Economic
What are the factors which helped/hindered women’s rights?
- Activism
- Presidents and Congress
- Supreme Court
- Opposition
What is activism in relation to women?
Women and key organisations.
How do Presidents and Congress in relation to women?
The president is often constrained by the views of
Congress. Responsible for passing laws and amendments to
the constitution. Limited impact for women.
How does the Supreme Court relate to women?
Cases are ruled on by the Supreme Court, known by the
judgement e.g. Roe vs. Wade. They reinforce the
constitution and laws.
Where did the opposition to women come from?
Ordinary people as well as groups e.g. Phyllis Schlafly.
What are the key turning points for women between 1865 and 1992?
- Civil War
- Gilded Age 1875-1895
- 19th Amendment
- World Wars
- 1960’s
- 1980’s
Why was the Civil War a turning points for women’s rights?
Allowed women to fulfil both household roles for a period
of time. Community focused and established themselves
as a civilising force. Involvement in abolition campaign.
Why was the Gilded Age a turning point for women’s rights?
Increased economic progress led to greater opportunities
for women in the service industries and clerical work.
However, very limited in union representation.
Why was the 19th Amendment a turning point for women’s rights?
Establishes the right to vote for all women over 21 yrs.
Why were the World Wars a turning point for women’s rights?
Economic opportunities proves women are capable of the
same work as men. Greater independence & money.
Why were the 1960’s a key turning point for women’s rights?
Feminist movement established.
Why were the 1980’s a key turning point for women’s rights?
Higher levels of education and more female entrepreneurs.
When were the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) and the American Women Suffrage Association (AWSA) established?
1869
When were the Women’s Christian Temperance Union founded?
1874
When did the NWSA and the AWSA merge to make the NAWSA?
1890
When did Margaret Sangers open the first US birth control clinic?
1917
When was the 19th Amendment passed?
1920
When did Francis Perkins become the first woman in presidential cabinet?
1933
When did America enter WW2?
1941
When did the number of men and women voting become equal?
1957
When was the Equal Pay Act passed?
1963
When was the National Organisation for Women (NOW) founded?
1966
When was the Equal Rights Amendment passed by Congress?
1972
