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The issue of suffrage caused controversy because men didn't believe women were capable of being able to have their own opinions to vote. Also, the upper class didn't want the lower class women to vote and dilute their vote.
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What was the goal of the WSPU in Britain?
To draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage
Why did jays treaty cause controversy?
It was thought to be unconstitutional.
Woman who worked for suffrage won the vote by?
persuading both men and women that the issue was important
What was Lincoln position on issue of suffrage for African American?
Only some African American should be able to vote
How did the protective tariff laws of 1816 raise the issue of states' rights?
Well, the Tariff created controversy based on state to state. 420 baked high as a kite.
Why did Suffrage cause controversy?
There were two major issues related to Suffrage: the Universal Suffrage and the Vote for Women. Both aspects gave rise to a lot of controversy, polemics and struggle (causing bloodshed even!). In both cases, the conservative upper classes were opposed because: 1. they considered women had largely inferior intellects and therefore they needed guidance (and couldn't be trusted to cast their votes) and 2. allowing the poor to vote would spell the end of their privileges, of life as they knew it.
What is the closest synonym for the word controversy?
The closest synonym for the word controversy is "dispute" or "debate."
How do you put suffrage in a sentence?
The issue of female suffrage was discussed with much vigour early in 20th century Britain.
What are the release dates for For the Cause of Suffrage - 1909?
For the Cause of Suffrage - 1909 was released on: USA: 20 October 1909
What actors and actresses appeared in For the Cause of Suffrage - 1909?
The cast of For the Cause of Suffrage - 1909 includes: Francis Ford
Is Food Safety an issue?
Maintaining the safety of the food we eat is very important. It is an issue when there is a problem or controversy about doing that.
What was the goal of the WSPU in Britain?
To draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage
Does Vivek ji like controversy?
Controversy ....this is what vivek ji is , he likes or not controversy but its sure he has not left any issue in which he thinks talks should be done ....well he deserve to be controversial because what he speaks its a naked truth .....
Why people died for suffrage?
cause they were thrown in jail for protesting
Why did jays treaty cause controversy?
It was thought to be unconstitutional.
What was Lincolns position on the issue of the suffrage for African Americans?
They were entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Woman who worked for suffrage won the vote by?
persuading both men and women that the issue was important
