Suffragists vs Suffragettes: Different Strategies Flashcards

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Who were the Suffragists and what was their main organisation called?

The Suffragists were campaigners for votes for women who used peaceful methods. Their main group was the NUWSS, the National Union of Women’s Suffrage Societies.

Who led the Suffragists and what kind of methods did she support?

Millicent Fawcett led the Suffragists. She supported calm, lawful methods such as reasoned debate and working with Parliament.

Give three examples of methods used by the Suffragists.

They organised petitions, wrote letters and met MPs, and held peaceful meetings and marches.

Who were the Suffragettes and what was their main organisation called?

The Suffragettes were campaigners for votes for women who used militant methods. Their main group was the WSPU, the Women’s Social and Political Union.

Who founded the WSPU and what was its famous slogan?

Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters founded the WSPU. Its slogan was “Deeds not words”.

Give three examples of militant tactics used by the Suffragettes.

They smashed windows, chained themselves to railings, and set fire to empty buildings or post boxes.

Why did the Suffragettes turn to militant tactics instead of peaceful ones?

They felt peaceful methods were too slow and that the government was ignoring women, so they used dramatic actions to force attention.

How was membership different in the Suffragists and the Suffragettes?

The Suffragists allowed men and women to join and used local groups. The Suffragettes were mainly women-only and tightly controlled from the top.

How did the Suffragists try to influence MPs compared to the Suffragettes?

Suffragists tried to win MPs over by polite pressure, such as lobbying and petitions. Suffragettes tried to shock MPs with protests and sometimes breaking the law.

What was the main thing the Suffragists and Suffragettes had in common, and how did they differ?

Both wanted women to get the vote. They differed in methods: Suffragists used peaceful, constitutional tactics, while Suffragettes used direct, often violent, action.

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