Other Perspectives on Civil Rights

Question 1

What argument did Friedan make in The Feminine Mystique?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Traditional women’s roles made women feel dissatisfied.

Question 2

Which factor led to the astounding popularity of The Feminine Mystique?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Friedan connected with her readers’ feelings.

Question 3

Based on what you have read, which of the following correctly describes NOW’s workplace goals?Check any of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

NOW wanted to end gender discrimination in the workplace.; NOW fought for better maternity-leave policies.; NOW wanted better job training for women.

Question 4

Based on what you have read, which of the following was a successful result of the work of NOW and other modern women’s organizations?Check any of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The passage of Title IX; The growth of women’s studies programs in education; Higher numbers of female elected officials

Question 5

What right was Roe’s argument based on?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The right to privacy

Question 6

For each statement, choose the correct source of the argument.A woman has an unrestricted right to an abortion.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Roe

Question 7

The right to privacy guarantees a woman’s right to an abortion.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Supreme Court

Question 8

The state has the right to make abortion illegal.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Texas

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