Women's Suffrage Quiz

What was the main reason for the muted celebrations when the first British women gained the right to vote?

• The Great War was still raging

• The suffragette movement had splintered

• The celebrations were not important

• The pageantry and rejoicing were absent

How many women were added to the electorate by the Representation of the People Act in 1918?

• 12 million women

• 8.5 million women

• 5 million women

• 10 million women

In which year was Harriet Harman elected as a 32-year-old, pregnant MP?

• 2002

• 1982

• 1992

• 1972

How many female MPs were elected in the 2017 election?

• 200

• 225

• 175

• 150

What is a major concern for female MPs regarding social media and political careers?

• Climate of vitriol

• Lack of political experience

• Lack of financial support

• Lack of public support

What is the 'motherhood trap' mentioned in the text?

• Over-representation of childless women at the top level

• Balancing caring responsibilities with a political career

• Lack of opportunities for mothers in politics

• Lack of support for working mothers

Why did Helen Liddell see the political process as being able to change her life?

• To improve her family's financial status

• To fulfill her personal ambitions

• To gain fame and recognition

• To bring about social change

What influenced Lola Young's interest in politics at a young age?

• Growing up in a politically active family

• Watching the news regularly

• Growing up in care and apartheid in South Africa

• Participating in student politics

According to Kerry-Anne Mendoza, what is the lowest possible form of democratic engagement?

• Participating in student politics

• Voting

• Getting involved in your community

• Joining a union

What is one of Gina Miller's aims mentioned in the text?

• To become a member of parliament

• To run for political office

• To start a political party

• To encourage more women to vote