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Women in the Economic Justice Movement

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the contributions of women to the economic justice movement. The questions cover various aspects of women's involvement in the fight for economic equality and social justice.
Number of Questions: 15
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Who is widely recognized as the mother of the labor movement in the United States?

  1. Susan B. Anthony

  2. Elizabeth Cady Stanton

  3. Mother Jones

  4. Florence Kelley


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mother Jones was a prominent labor activist and organizer who dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of workers, particularly women and children.

Which organization was founded in 1869 to advocate for the rights of working women?

  1. National Women's Trade Union League

  2. American Federation of Labor

  3. Women's Christian Temperance Union

  4. National Consumers League


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Women's Trade Union League was established to address the specific needs and concerns of working women and to promote their economic and social well-being.

Who was the first woman to serve as Secretary of Labor in the United States?

  1. Frances Perkins

  2. Eleanor Roosevelt

  3. Rosa Parks

  4. Coretta Scott King


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Frances Perkins was appointed as the first female Secretary of Labor in 1933 and served until 1945. She played a crucial role in shaping New Deal policies and advocating for workers' rights.

Which landmark legislation, passed in 1963, prohibited discrimination based on sex in employment?

  1. Equal Pay Act

  2. Civil Rights Act

  3. Voting Rights Act

  4. Fair Labor Standards Act


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 was a significant step towards addressing gender-based wage discrimination in the United States.

Who was a prominent African American civil rights activist and labor leader who fought for economic justice for marginalized communities?

  1. Martin Luther King Jr.

  2. Malcolm X

  3. Rosa Parks

  4. A. Philip Randolph


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A. Philip Randolph was a key figure in the civil rights movement and the labor movement, advocating for racial and economic equality.

Which organization was founded in 1973 to promote economic justice for women and families?

  1. National Organization for Women

  2. National Women's Political Caucus

  3. Wider Opportunities for Women

  4. Ms. Foundation for Women


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women and families through economic advancement and leadership development.

What was the name of the 1997 march and rally in Washington, D.C., organized to advocate for economic justice and women's rights?

  1. Million Mom March

  2. Million Man March

  3. Million Women March

  4. March for Jobs and Freedom


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Million Women March was a historic event that brought together over a million women and allies to demand economic justice, reproductive rights, and an end to violence against women.

Which international organization was established in 1946 to promote gender equality and women's empowerment?

  1. United Nations Development Program

  2. World Bank

  3. International Monetary Fund

  4. United Nations Women


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

United Nations Women (UN Women) is a global entity dedicated to achieving gender equality and empowering women worldwide.

What is the term used to describe the disproportionate impact of economic policies and practices on women and girls?

  1. Gender Pay Gap

  2. Glass Ceiling

  3. Feminization of Poverty

  4. Economic Injustice


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The feminization of poverty refers to the increasing number of women and girls living in poverty, often due to systemic factors such as gender discrimination and unequal access to resources.

Which movement emerged in the early 2000s to address the economic empowerment of women and girls in developing countries?

  1. Microfinance Movement

  2. Fair Trade Movement

  3. Women's Empowerment Movement

  4. Global Fund for Women


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Microfinance Movement provides financial services to low-income individuals, particularly women, to promote economic empowerment and poverty reduction.

Who was the first woman to serve as President of the AFL-CIO, the largest federation of labor unions in the United States?

  1. Lillian Wergeles

  2. Liz Shuler

  3. Trumka

  4. Andy Stern


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Liz Shuler became the first woman to lead the AFL-CIO in 2021, representing over 12 million workers across the United States.

Which international agreement, adopted in 1995, aims to promote gender equality and women's rights in all areas of life?

  1. Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action

  2. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women

  3. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

  4. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action is a landmark document that sets out a comprehensive framework for achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.

What is the term used to describe the practice of paying women less than men for the same work?

  1. Gender Pay Gap

  2. Wage Discrimination

  3. Income Inequality

  4. Economic Disparity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The gender pay gap refers to the disparity in earnings between men and women, often due to systemic factors such as discrimination and occupational segregation.

Which organization was founded in 1966 to advocate for the rights of domestic workers, a sector predominantly occupied by women?

  1. National Domestic Workers Alliance

  2. Service Employees International Union

  3. American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

  4. United Farm Workers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) is a non-profit organization that works to improve the lives of domestic workers, primarily women, by advocating for fair labor standards and workers' rights.

What is the name of the movement that seeks to address the economic disparities and injustices faced by women of color?

  1. Women of Color Economic Justice Movement

  2. Intersectional Feminism Movement

  3. Black Lives Matter Movement

  4. Me Too Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Women of Color Economic Justice Movement focuses on addressing the unique economic challenges and barriers faced by women of color, advocating for policies and practices that promote economic equality and social justice.

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