Question

Which statement best describes the relationship between progressivism and the
suffrage movement in Texas? (1 point)

Progressive thinking helped women understand they could get an education
before entering politics.

Progressive thinking helped women understand they needed representation in
politics.

Progressive thinking helped politicians realize they needed women in office to
enact change.

Progressive thinking helped men understand they needed women in politics.

C

Answer 1

Correct answer: Progressive thinking helped women understand they needed representation in politics.

Explanation: Progressive reformers argued that women’s votes were necessary to pass social and political reforms (education, temperance, labor laws), so progressivism strengthened the case that women needed political representation to achieve change.