Equal Rights Amendment Overview

The video explores the history and ongoing struggle for the Equal Rights Amendment (E.R.A.) in the U.S. It covers the initial push for women's suffrage, the introduction of the E.R.A. in 1923, and the debates over labor protections. The video highlights the E.R.A.'s progress in the 1970s, its subsequent opposition, and the modern revival efforts amid the #MeToo movement and calls for equal pay.

What significant event occurred in Virginia last January?

• Virginia held a referendum on the E.R.A.

• Virginia rejected the E.R.A.

• Virginia became the latest state to ratify the E.R.A.

• Virginia became the first state to ratify the E.R.A.

Who was a key figure in the early suffrage movement and the introduction of the E.R.A.?

• Alice Paul

• Martha Griffiths

• Phyllis Schlafly

• Florence Kelley

What was a major concern of progressive reformers regarding the E.R.A.?

• It would reduce women's voting rights.

• It would increase gender discrimination.

• It would eliminate special labor protections for women.

• It would lead to higher taxes.

What was the outcome of the E.R.A. vote in the House of Representatives in the early 1970s?

• It was rejected by a small margin.

• It was narrowly defeated.

• It was postponed indefinitely.

• It passed with overwhelming support.

Who led the opposition movement against the E.R.A. in the 1970s?

• Martha Griffiths

• Phyllis Schlafly

• Florence Kelley

• Alice Paul

What was a major argument of Phyllis Schlafly against the E.R.A.?

• It would take away rights and privileges women already had.

• It would increase taxes.

• It would reduce the number of jobs for women.

• It would lead to more discrimination.

How many states were needed to ratify the E.R.A.?

• 40

• 38

• 35

• 30

What movement helped revive the E.R.A. in recent years?

• Civil Rights Movement

• Environmental Movement

• Occupy Wall Street

• #MeToo Movement

Which states have been leading the modern fight for the E.R.A.?

• Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi

• Nevada, Illinois, and Virginia

• Florida, Ohio, and Michigan

• California, Texas, and New York

What is the current status of the E.R.A.?

• It is still pending ratification and faces ongoing litigation.

• It has been completely abandoned.

• It has been fully ratified and added to the Constitution.

• It has been ratified by all states but not yet added to the Constitution.