Death of Emily Davison Flashcards
(15 cards)
Who was Emily Davison?
Emily Davison was a British suffragette known for her militant actions in support of women’s suffrage.
What event led to the death of Emily Davison?
Emily Davison died after being struck by the King’s horse during the Epsom Derby in 1913.
True or False: Emily Davison was a member of the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU).
True
What was the primary goal of Emily Davison’s activism?
The primary goal was to secure voting rights for women.
Fill in the blank: Emily Davison’s death is often viewed as a __________ for the women’s suffrage movement.
martyrdom
What year did Emily Davison die?
1913
Multiple Choice: What tactic did Emily Davison use during her activism? A) Peaceful protests B) Hunger strikes C) Militant actions D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was the public reaction to Emily Davison’s death?
Her death sparked widespread debate and brought attention to the women’s suffrage movement.
True or False: Emily Davison’s actions were widely supported by the public at the time.
False
What was the name of the horse that struck Emily Davison?
Anmer
Short Answer: How did Emily Davison attempt to draw attention to the suffrage cause at the Derby?
She stepped onto the racetrack in front of the horses.
Fill in the blank: Emily Davison’s funeral was attended by many __________ of the women’s suffrage movement.
supporters
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a consequence of Emily Davison’s death? A) Increased support for women’s suffrage B) Decreased activism C) New laws against protests D) None of the above
A) Increased support for women’s suffrage
What was the significance of Emily Davison’s actions at the Epsom Derby?
Her actions highlighted the extreme lengths to which suffragettes would go to secure their rights.
True or False: Emily Davison was arrested multiple times during her activism.
True
