By 1933 how many women were there in state legislatures?
Only 146 women.
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By 1939 how many female governors had there been?
Only two female state governors, both standing in for husbands who had died or become ill while in office.
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How did the 'Flapper' era influence women across America?
The clothing of the flapper era was less restricted and there was more acceptance of freer social and sexual behaviour. Rural America did not experience the economic boom or social freedom of the cities.
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What effect did the depression have on women?
Women were often expected to give up their jobs to unemployed men.
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What was created facilitate the use of female labour for the war effort?
Womens Advisory Committee.
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What improvements were there during the Second World War for Women?
There were more women in the armed forces, public office, the civil service, Congress and state legislatures during the Second World War.
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Why can it be said that there was little progress in other areas during the Second World War?
Women were still paid less than men. Didn't participate in any major decision making in military or political affairs.There was limited provision for childcare or cheap meals, so women workers had to deal with the dual responsibilities at work + home
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How many women lost their jobs by 1946?
2 million women workers lost their jobs after the war.
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
By 1939 how many female governors had there been?
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Only two female state governors, both standing in for husbands who had died or become ill while in office.
Card 3
Front
How did the 'Flapper' era influence women across America?
Back
Card 4
Front
What effect did the depression have on women?
Back
Card 5
Front
What was created facilitate the use of female labour for the war effort?
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