What change in education occurred as part of second wave feminism?

• A. Women were barred from universities
• B. More women enrolled in universities
• C. Education remained unchanged
• D. Universities lowered enrollment quotas for women

Answer: (B)

Second wave feminism broadened the fight for equality into everyday institutions, including education. It challenged the idea that higher education was primarily for men and pushed for policies and opportunities that allowed and encouraged women to study at universities. Because of this push, more women entered and completed university degrees, breaking previous barriers and expanding women’s presence in higher education and in the workforce later on. This increase in female university enrollment reflects the era’s move toward gender equality in public life. The other options don’t fit the trend: women were not barred from universities during this period, education did not stay the same, and quotas for women were not being lowered.