Why did women's movements also lead the temperance crusade?
A) In general, women did not drink alcohol in the early 1900s.
B) In general, men participated in politics while women participated in social reform.
C) Women saw temperance as the first step to suffrage and, therefore, supported it.
D) Women were more involved with social justice activities and saw the direct effects of alcohol abuse on families.
E) Men saw temperance as the first step to women's suffrage and, therefore, opposed it.

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Women were deeply involved in social reform movements and were particularly aware of the negative impacts of alcohol abuse on families, including domestic violence and economic instability. This awareness motivated their leadership in the temperance movement.

Why Did Women's Movements Also Lead the Temperance Crusade