Women Of The 1920's

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1.

Which women played a major role during the 1920's?
- A.
  
  Alice Paul
- B.
  
  Janice A. Williams
- C.
  
  Elizabeth W. Scott
- D.
  
  Susan Smith
Correct Answer
A. Alice Paul

Explanation
Alice Paul played a major role during the 1920s. She was a prominent American suffragist and women's rights activist who was instrumental in advocating for the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. Paul was also a key figure in the women's suffrage movement and co-founded the National Women's Party. She organized protests, hunger strikes, and pickets outside the White House, which put pressure on the government to support women's suffrage. Paul's efforts and leadership were crucial in advancing women's rights during the 1920s.

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2.

What could women not do?
- A.
  
  Work on the railroads
- B.
  
  Dress making
- C.
  
  Enlist in the military
- D.
  
  Work in the factory industry
Correct Answer
C. Enlist in the military

Explanation
During the time period being referred to, women were not allowed to enlist in the military. This was a common restriction in many societies, where military service was seen as a predominantly male domain. Women were often excluded from combat roles and were instead expected to fulfill traditional gender roles such as dress making or working in the factory industry. While women did contribute to various aspects of society, including working on the railroads, their participation in the military was not permitted.

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3.

Who was famous for her "winning plan"?
- A.
  
  Alice Paul
- B.
  
  Elizabeth W. Scott
- C.
  
  Susan Smith
- D.
  
  Carrie Chapman Catt
Correct Answer
D. Carrie Chapman Catt

Explanation
Carrie Chapman Catt was famous for her "winning plan." This suggests that she had a strategy or approach that was successful in achieving her goals. However, without further information, it is unclear what exactly her winning plan refers to. It could be related to her work in the women's suffrage movement or another aspect of her life.

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4.

Were women given the right to vote in 1920?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In 1920, women were granted the right to vote in the United States through the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution. This amendment prohibited the denial of voting rights based on gender, thus allowing women to participate in the democratic process and exercise their right to vote. Therefore, the statement "True" accurately reflects the fact that women were given the right to vote in 1920.

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5.

How many inches above the knee did the women's bathing suit have to be?
- A.
  
  12 inches
- B.
  
  6.5 inches
- C.
  
  9 inches
- D.
  
  6 inches
Correct Answer
D. 6 inches

Explanation
The women's bathing suit had to be 6 inches above the knee.

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Women Of The 1920's

Which women played a major role during the 1920's?

What could women not do?

Who was famous for her "winning plan"?

Were women given the right to vote in 1920?

How many inches above the knee did the women's bathing suit have to be?