Women's Rights Movement in the 1970s

The video explores the evolution of activism in America, highlighting the influence of Black Americans' experiences on the women's movement. It discusses the challenges women faced in the 1970s, including gender roles, inequality, and the struggle for equal rights. The concept of 'the personal is political' is introduced, emphasizing the importance of personal experiences in political activism. The video concludes with the 1970 women's strike, which demanded equal rights and marked a significant moment in the women's movement.

What was a significant influence on the women's movement in the 1960s?

• The environmental movement

• The economic boom

• The technological revolution

• The civil rights movement

In the 1970s, what was a common legal limitation faced by women?

• Inability to own property

• Inability to vote

• Inability to drive

• Inability to obtain credit without a male co-signer

What societal expectation was still prevalent for women in the 1970s?

• To be political leaders

• To be the primary breadwinner

• To be military personnel

• To be traditional housewives and mothers

What was a key realization that emerged from consciousness-raising groups?

• Personal experiences are irrelevant

• Personal experiences are insignificant

• Personal experiences are political

• Personal experiences are private

What was a common assumption made about women in public spaces in the 1960s?

• They were there to work

• They were there to be talked to

• They were there to protest

• They were there to shop

What was a significant change in women's relationships with each other due to the movement?

• Women became more isolated

• Women became more dependent on men

• Women began to appreciate each other more

• Women became more competitive

What was a common experience for women in the 1960s when sitting in public spaces?

• Being photographed

• Being celebrated

• Being interrupted

• Being ignored

What was the theme of the 1970 women's strike?

• Don't cook while the strike is on

• Don't clean while the strike is hot

• Don't iron while the strike is hot

• Don't work while the strike is on

What was one of the main demands of the 1970 women's strike?

• Equal rights to have a job and respect

• Equal rights to vote

• Equal rights to education

• Equal rights to travel

How did the women's movement impact personal relationships?

• It made relationships more traditional

• It led to more harmony in relationships

• It challenged traditional gender roles

• It had no impact on relationships