Understanding the Suffragettes

The video explores the suffragette movement, highlighting key figures like Emeline Pankhurst and the differences between suffragists and suffragettes. It discusses the diverse social classes involved, the opposition they faced, and their protest methods, including hunger strikes. The movement's success in achieving voting rights for women and its lasting impact on feminist traditions are also covered.

What was the primary goal of the suffragettes?

• To promote women's education

• To establish a new political party

• To gain voting rights for women

• To abolish the monarchy

Who founded the Women's Social and Political Union?

• Annie Kenney

• Sophia Duleep Singh

• Emeline Pankhurst

• Lillian Ball

What was the main difference between suffragettes and suffragists?

• Suffragettes were more militant

• Suffragists were more militant

• Suffragettes focused on education

• Suffragists focused on healthcare

Which social class was most associated with the suffragette movement?

• Middle class

• Upper class

• Working class

• All classes equally

What was a significant challenge for working-class women in the suffrage movement?

• Lack of interest

• Risk of job loss

• Opposition from family

• Lack of education

Why did some people oppose the suffragettes?

• They were against women's education

• They feared a female-dominated electorate

• They wanted to maintain traditional gender roles

• They supported a different political party

What was one method used by suffragettes to protest?

• Boycotting public transport

• Window smashing campaigns

• Writing letters to the editor

• Organizing peaceful marches

What was the purpose of the suffragettes' hunger strikes?

• To gain public sympathy

• To oppose World War I

• To protest their treatment as non-political prisoners

• To demand better prison conditions

What was the outcome of the Representation of the People Act 1918?

• Voting rights were revoked for women

• All women gained the right to vote

• Only women over 30 with property could vote

• Women were allowed to run for office

What continued after the suffragettes achieved their initial goal?

• Women campaigned for broader social issues

• The movement disbanded completely

• The suffragettes formed a new political party

• The suffragettes focused on international issues