Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Women's Christian Temperance Movement in Colorado

Women's Christian Temperance Movement in Colorado

Author Elizabeth Borders discussed the origin of the Women's Christian Temperance Movement, how it evolved over time, and its impact on the Women's Rights Movement.

Description

Author Elizabeth Borders discussed the origin of the Women's Christian Temperance Movement, how it evolved over time, and its impact on the Women's Rights Movement.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • What was the Women's Christian Temperance Movement?
  • According to Elizabeth Borders, how did it expand its approach to temperance?
  • How did different chapters impact temperance in their communities?
  • Explain the contributions of Elsie Chambers to this program.
  • How did this impact the Women's Rights Movement, according to Elizabeth Borders?

Additional Resource

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Abolition
    • Suffragist
    • Temperance

    Topics

    State History

    Grades

    Middle SchoolHigh School