Why did World War I threaten to tear the women's suffrage movement apart?

A) A large number of activists were German-American.
B) The leadership of the suffrage movement was predominantly socialist.
C) Many of the women in leadership positions were recruited into government service.
D) Many suffragists had been associated with opposition to American involvement in the war.
E) The demands of the home front pulled women away from political activism.

Women's Suffrage

The right of women to vote in elections; a hard-won right achieved through decades of activism by suffragettes and feminists across various nations, culminating in significant legal milestones throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

German-American

denotes Americans of German descent, who represent one of the largest ethnic groups in the United States, known for their significant cultural contributions and historical presence.

Political Activism

The practice of taking vigorous action, often in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue.