The Women's Suffrage Movement: Pre-assement
Pre-assessment of your knowledge on the Women's Suffrage Movement.
- 1.
Who was the first woman in the United States allowed to vote?
- A.
Susan B. Anthony
- B.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
- C.
Lucretia Mott
- D.
Lydia Taft
Correct Answer
D. Lydia TaftExplanation
Lydia Taft is considered to be the first woman in the United States who was allowed to vote. In 1756, she was granted the right to vote in town meetings in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. This was a significant milestone in women's suffrage as it predates the more well-known suffrage movements of the 19th and 20th centuries. Taft's voting rights were limited to town meetings, but her participation paved the way for future advancements in women's right to vote.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What Amendment allowed Women in the United States to vote?
- A.
10th
- B.
15th
- C.
19th
- D.
21st
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C. 19thExplanation
The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution granted women the right to vote. This amendment was ratified in 1920 and marked a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement. Prior to the 19th Amendment, women were denied the right to vote in many states, and this amendment ensured that gender could no longer be used as a barrier to voting.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Declaration of Sentiments was created where?
- A.
Williamsburg, VA
- B.
Seneca Falls, NY
- C.
Boston, MA
- D.
Akron, OH
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B. Seneca Falls, NYExplanation
The Declaration of Sentiments was created in Seneca Falls, NY. This location is significant because it is where the Seneca Falls Convention was held in 1848. The convention was the first women's rights convention in the United States, and it was at this event that the Declaration of Sentiments was drafted and signed. The Declaration of Sentiments outlined the grievances and demands of women, calling for equal rights and suffrage. The convention and the Declaration of Sentiments marked an important milestone in the women's rights movement in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was the 19th Amendment passed?
- A.
1955
- B.
1848
- C.
1922
- D.
1920
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D. 1920Explanation
The 19th Amendment was passed in 1920. This amendment granted women the right to vote in the United States. It was a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement and marked a major step towards gender equality.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In what year was thet Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) passed?
- A.
1920
- B.
1944
- C.
1957
- D.
It has never been passed
Correct Answer
D. It has never been passedExplanation
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has never been passed. The ERA was first introduced in 1923 and sought to guarantee equal rights for all citizens regardless of their gender. Despite gaining significant support over the years, the amendment failed to be ratified by the required number of states before the deadline. Therefore, it has never become a part of the United States Constitution.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Declaration of Sentiments was written by?
- A.
Fredrick Douglas
- B.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
- C.
Susan B. Anthony
- D.
Alice Paul
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B. Elizabeth Cady StantonExplanation
The correct answer is Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of the leading figures in the women's suffrage movement in the United States. She played a key role in organizing the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848, where the Declaration of Sentiments was drafted. This document called for women's rights and equality, and is considered a foundational text of the women's rights movement. Stanton's activism and writings were instrumental in advancing the cause of women's suffrage and she is remembered as a pioneering feminist leader.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) was written by?
- A.
Susan B. Anthony
- B.
Harriet Tubman
- C.
Alice Paul
- D.
Ida B. Wells
Correct Answer
C. Alice PaulExplanation
Alice Paul was a prominent women's rights activist and suffragist who played a key role in the drafting and writing of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). She was a leader of the National Woman's Party and dedicated her life to fighting for women's rights. Paul believed that women should have equal legal rights and protections, and she worked tirelessly to advocate for the passage of the ERA. Her efforts and the work of many other activists eventually led to the introduction of the ERA into Congress in 1923.Rate this question:
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