Declaration of Sentiments

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Sentiments?

• To argue that men should rule over women

• To demand equal rights for women, including the right to vote

• To encourage women to remain silent about their rights

• To support traditional gender roles

Which historical document does the Declaration of Sentiments closely resemble in its structure and language?

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Emancipation Proclamation

According to Stanton, what inalienable rights should women have?

• The right to be protected by men

• The right to remain at home

• The right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

• The right to work as housekeepers

What does Stanton say is the consequence of denying women the right to vote?

• Women become more intelligent

• Women are left without representation in government

• Women have more time to focus on family life

• Women have too much power

According to the document, why do women have the right to overthrow the government if necessary?

• Because women have always ruled in history

• Because men do not deserve power

• Because a government that oppresses people must be changed

• Because women are physically stronger than men

What grievance does Stanton mention regarding married women?

• They have no legal rights and are considered 'civilly dead'

• They are treated better than single women

• They have too much financial independence

• They can divorce their husbands easily

What rhetorical device is used in the repeated phrase 'He has…' throughout the document?

• Simile

• Repetition

• Irony

• Metaphor

Stanton states that men have 'monopolized nearly all profitable employments'. What does she mean?

• Women are given equal job opportunities

• Men control most high-paying jobs, leaving women with little to no work options

• Women refuse to work outside the home

• Women are paid more than men

How does Stanton describe society’s treatment of men’s and women’s moral behavior?

• Men and women are held to the same moral standards

• Men’s moral failures are excused, while women’s are punished harshly

• Women are forgiven more than men

• Society does not care about morality

What tone does Stanton use in the Declaration of Sentiments?

• Angry and aggressive

• Calm and businesslike

• Humorous and lighthearted

• Indifferent and neutral