Feminist movement

• What was the primary focus of the Feminist Movement by 1940?


  It was grounded in the struggle for women's rights.
• What percentage of women were in the workforce by the 1960s and 70s?

  Only 4% of women were in the workforce.
• What significant legal change occurred in 1964 regarding gender discrimination?

  The Civil Rights Act was passed, prohibiting gender discrimination.
• What organization was founded in 1966 to advocate for women's rights?

  The National Organization for Women (NOW) was founded.
• How many members did NOW have at its peak?

  NOW had 400,000 members at its peak.
• What important publication did Betty Friedan release in 1963?


  Betty Friedan published "The Feminine Mystique."
• What was the main argument of "The Feminine Mystique"?

  It argued that women should be able to pursue their own identities and careers.
• What was the significance of the 1972 Equal Rights Amendment?

  It aimed to guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex.
• What was the outcome of the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973?


  It legalized abortion in the United States.
• What was the impact of the Civil Rights Act on women's rights?


  It provided a legal framework to challenge gender discrimination.
• How did the feminist movement of the 1960s and 70s differ from earlier movements?

  It focused more on workplace equality and reproductive rights.
• What were the key achievements of the feminist movement by the 1970s?

  • Passage of the Civil Rights Act (1964)
  • Establishment of the National Organization for Women (NOW) in 1966
  • Publication of "The Feminine Mystique" (1963)
  • Legalization of abortion through Roe v. Wade (1973)
  • Introduction of the Equal Rights Amendment (1972)
• What was the role of the Civil Rights Act in the feminist movement?

  It prohibited gender discrimination in various aspects of life.
• What was the significance of Betty Friedan's work in the feminist movement?

  She highlighted the dissatisfaction of women with traditional roles.
• How did the feminist movement address issues of reproductive rights?


  It fought for the legalization of abortion and access to contraception.
• What were the main challenges faced by the feminist movement in the 1960s and 70s?

  • Resistance from traditional gender roles
  • Legal barriers to equality
  • Societal stigma against working women
  • Limited access to reproductive health services