Britannica Insights: Women's Suffrage Movement

The video discusses the history and impact of the Women's Rights Movement, focusing on the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. It explores the movement's origins, key figures, challenges faced, and strategies used to overcome resistance. The video also draws parallels with modern social movements and emphasizes the importance of persistence in achieving social change. Resources for further learning are provided.

What did the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution establish?

• The right to vote regardless of race

• The right to vote regardless of sex

• The right to free speech

• The right to bear arms

What was a major cultural barrier to the Women's Suffrage Movement?

• Economic instability

• Technological advancements

• Cultural views of women's roles

• Political party opposition

Which industries were notably opposed to women's voting rights?

• Agriculture and mining

• Manufacturing, railroad, and liquor

• Textile and automotive

• Technology and finance

Who were some of the prominent leaders of the Women's Suffrage Movement?

• Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks

• Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton

• Amelia Earhart and Eleanor Roosevelt

• Jane Austen and Mary Shelley

What strategy did Alice Paul and Lucy Burns use to advocate for women's voting rights?

• Organizing social media campaigns

• Picketing the White House

• Writing novels

• Hosting radio shows

What is a key lesson from the Women's Suffrage Movement regarding social change?

• Social change takes a long time and requires changing minds

• Social change happens quickly

• Social change is driven by technology

• Social change requires changing laws only

How can people support the Women's Suffrage Centennial Commission?

• By writing letters to the editor

• By donating to political campaigns

• By visiting their website and social media

• By attending rallies