Women's Rights Movement

Question 1

There were many societal changes that prompted the resurgence of the women’s movement.Which of these changes helped start a new women’s movement in the 1950s and 1960s? Check any of the boxes that apply.

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A: Advancements in household technology; C: Increased life expectancy for women; D: Development of the service industry

Question 2

Based on this lesson, which of the following discriminated against women in the workplace?Check any of the boxes that apply.

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B: Few opportunities for employment; D: Lower wages than men; E: Few female supervisors

Question 3

Write one or two sentences that describe why the publication of The Feminine Mystique was important for the women’s movement.Use information from the lesson to explain your reasoning.

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The publication of The Feminine Mystique was important because Betty Friedan articulated the restlessness and lack of fulfillment that many women were feeling in their domestic roles. Because the book was widely distributed through magazine excerpts and high sales, it helped many women realize they were not alone, which helped spark the modern women's rights movement.

Question 4

What was NOW’s initial focus issue?

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B: Employment

Question 5

What was the goal of the Equal Rights Amendment?

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C: To end state and federal discrimination laws

Question 6

According to the map, which area of the country largely failed to support the ERA?

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B: Southeast

Question 7

What do you think was the most positive impact of NOW and other women’s organizations?Explain your choice in two or three sentences.

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The most positive impact of NOW and other women’s organizations was the advancement of gender equality in the workplace and in education. Through their advocacy, these groups helped secure legal protections that expanded professional opportunities for women and fought for equal pay and access to higher education.

Question 8

What did the Court rule about Roe’s rights?

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A: Roe had a constitutional right to privacy.; B: Roe’s right to an abortion came from the right to privacy.

Question 9

Which of the following did you include in your answer?

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A: In the book, Friedan put into words a restlessness or unworthiness many women were feeling.; B: The book was widely distributed through magazine excerpts, high sales, and a book tour.

Question 10

What did NOW create that identified their goals to employment?a Constitution for womena Declaration of Independence for women✔ a Bill of Rights for women

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C: ✔ a Bill of Rights for women

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