Equal Pay Act and Gender Wage Gaps

The video discusses the Equal Pay Act of 1963, highlighting its historical context, the challenges it aimed to address, and its impact on gender wage equality. It explains the initial limitations of the Act and the subsequent legislative efforts to expand its scope. Despite progress, significant wage gaps persist, especially among minority women. The video concludes with a call to action for addressing ongoing gender inequality in the workforce.

What issue did Sophia and Gabriel encounter when starting their lawn mowing business?

• Sophia was offered lower rates than Gabriel.

• Gabriel was offered lower rates than Sophia.

• Sophia was offered higher rates than Gabriel.

• Both were offered the same rates.

Before the Equal Pay Act, what was the average earning of women compared to men?

• Women earned 50 cents for every dollar men made.

• Women earned 59 cents for every dollar men made.

• Women earned 75 cents for every dollar men made.

• Women earned 80 cents for every dollar men made.

Who drafted the Equal Pay Act?

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

• Eleanor Roosevelt

• Esther Peterson

• Betty Friedan

What was a major limitation of the Equal Pay Act when it was first enacted?

• It was only applicable in certain states.

• It excluded certain industries and professional roles.

• It did not address racial wage gaps.

• It only applied to federal employees.

What was a common argument against the Equal Pay Act by business organizations?

• Women were not interested in equal pay.

• Women preferred part-time work.

• Women were more expensive to hire due to higher absenteeism.

• Women were less qualified than men.

What societal expectation limited women's work opportunities even after the Equal Pay Act?

• Women were expected to travel for work.

• Women were expected to perform unpaid household labor.

• Women were expected to pursue higher education.

• Women were expected to work in agriculture.

Which group of women earned the least compared to men in 2019?

• Hispanic women

• Asian American women

• Black women

• White women

What act was introduced in 2009 to strengthen worker protections against pay discrimination?

• The Paycheck Fairness Act

• The Equal Rights Amendment

• The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act

• The Fair Labor Standards Act

What is the purpose of the proposed Paycheck Fairness Act?

• To increase the federal minimum wage

• To provide tax benefits for women

• To create more jobs for women

• To update the Equal Pay Act and close wage gaps

What was a significant outcome of the Equal Pay Act despite its limitations?

• It completely closed the wage gap.

• It was repealed shortly after being enacted.

• It was a milestone that laid the groundwork for future efforts.

• It only benefited women in urban areas.