Why is it significant that many jim crow laws reference gender as well as race? why did some lawmakers make this distinction?

yes they have. but is this a true false question? if it is, the answer is true.

judaism, christianity and islam, are all abrahamic religions and therefore have in common the hebrew idea of a single god which is the source of all morality. the idea of the covenant is only related to judaism, while dharma is a concept of indian religions and the four noble truths are basic principles of buddhism.

the exclusive possession or control of the supply or trade in a commodity or service.