Status of Victorian women Flashcards
(15 cards)
What was the primary role of women in Victorian society?
The primary role of women in Victorian society was to be homemakers and caregivers.
True or False: Victorian women had equal legal rights to men.
False
Fill in the blank: The ideal Victorian woman was often referred to as the _______.
Angel in the House
Which social class had more opportunities for women in Victorian England?
The middle class
What was the significance of the Married Women’s Property Act of 1882?
It allowed married women to own and control property in their own right.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a common employment for women in the Victorian era? A) Doctor B) Factory worker C) Lawyer
B) Factory worker
What educational opportunities were available to Victorian women?
Limited access to education, primarily in the form of private schools or home education.
True or False: Victorian women were encouraged to participate in politics.
False
What movement began to advocate for women’s rights during the Victorian era?
The suffragette movement
Fill in the blank: Many Victorian women were involved in _______ to improve social conditions.
philanthropy
Which literary figure is known for critiquing the status of women in Victorian society?
George Eliot
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on women’s status?
It increased opportunities for women to work outside the home in factories.
Multiple Choice: What was a common expectation of Victorian women regarding marriage? A) To marry for love B) To remain single C) To marry for financial security
C) To marry for financial security
What was the term used for women who sought to challenge traditional gender roles in the Victorian era?
New Women
True or False: Women in the Victorian era had the right to vote.
False
