Coverture

What was the primary legal implication of coverture for married women?

• They were allowed to make wills.

• They could own property independently.

• They had no legal existence and were dependent on their husbands.

• They could vote in elections.

How did coverture affect women's ability to own property?

• Women could not own or inherit property.

• Women could own property but not sell it.

• Women could inherit property but not earn wages.

• Women could own property only if they were unmarried.

Which societal belief was reinforced by the principle of coverture?

• Women were superior to men in legal matters.

• Women were independent and self-sufficient.

• Women needed men to provide and care for them.

• Women were equal to men in all aspects.

What significant change occurred in 1920 concerning women's rights?

• Women were granted equal pay for equal work.

• Women gained the right to vote.

• Women were allowed to own businesses.

• Women could serve in the military.

What was the purpose of the 1974 law passed by Congress regarding women?

• To allow women to serve on juries.

• To give women equal access to credit cards regardless of marital status.

• To ensure women could inherit property from their parents.

• To permit women to run for public office.