3/21 - Women's Suffrage Quiz

What was one of Susan B. Anthony’s main arguments for women’s suffrage?

• Women were naturally better suited to politics than men

• The U.S. Constitution already granted women the right to vote

• Women did not need the vote since they influenced men

• The government should remain a monarchy

Answer explanation

One of Susan B. Anthony's main arguments was that the U.S. Constitution already granted women the right to vote, emphasizing that denying this right was a violation of their constitutional liberties.

People who fight for the right to vote are called?

• Suffragists

• Abolitionists

• Suffrage

• Housewives

Answer explanation

People who fight for the right to vote are known as suffragists. They advocated for women's voting rights, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, distinguishing them from abolitionists and other groups.

What was the purpose of the 15th Amendment?

• To give women the right to vote

• To grant voting rights to African American men

• To abolish slavery

• To establish income taxes

Answer explanation

The 15th Amendment was ratified in 1870 to grant voting rights specifically to African American men, prohibiting the denial of the right to vote based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

According to the 2017 study in the journal Science, at what age do girls start to believe that men are smarter than women?

• 3 years old

• 5 years old

• 6 years old

• 10 years old

Answer explanation

The 2017 study in Science found that girls start to believe men are smarter than women at the age of 6. This indicates the onset of gender stereotypes in young children.

Which country was the first to grant women the right to vote in national elections?

• United States

• France

• New Zealand

• Germany

Answer explanation

New Zealand was the first country to grant women the right to vote in national elections in 1893, ahead of the United States, France, and Germany, making it a pioneer in women's suffrage.

Why did some anti-suffragists oppose women’s voting rights?

• They believed women lacked the intelligence to vote

• They argued that women's primary duty was in the home

• They feared it would cause political instability

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Anti-suffragists opposed women's voting rights for several reasons: they believed women lacked the intelligence to vote, argued that women's primary duty was in the home, and feared political instability. Thus, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.

What role did World War I play in the suffrage movement?

• Women’s work in the war effort demonstrated their ability to participate in politics

• The war delayed suffrage movements worldwide

• Only women who served in the war effort were granted the right to vote

• Women were banned from voting as a result of the war

Answer explanation

Women’s contributions to the war effort showcased their capabilities and strengthened the argument for their political participation, ultimately advancing the suffrage movement.

What was one argument against women’s suffrage made by anti-suffragists?

• Women would bring moral reform to politics

• Women lacked political experience

• Women were more educated than men

• Women were too aggressive in demanding their rights

Answer explanation

One argument against women’s suffrage was that anti-suffragists believed women lacked political experience, suggesting they were unprepared for the responsibilities of voting and participating in politics.

In what year did the United States grant women the right to vote?

• 1865

• 1900

• 1920

• 1945

Answer explanation

The United States granted women the right to vote with the 19th Amendment in 1920, making this the correct answer. The earlier dates listed do not correspond to women's suffrage in the U.S.

According to the article Girls as Young as 6 Believe Men Are Smarter Than Women, why do these stereotypes persist?

• The media, education, and societal norms reinforce them

• Girls are naturally less confident than boys

• Women’s rights movements have been unsuccessful

• Parents intentionally discourage their daughters

Answer explanation

Stereotypes persist because they are reinforced by the media, education, and societal norms, which shape perceptions of gender roles and intelligence, leading to the belief that men are smarter than women.