Women and the American Revolution
A Documents Based Question by Pamela McKiernan
History 530a, Fall 2003
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Directions: The following question is based on the accompanying
documents. The question is designed to test your ability to work with
historic documents. Part A requires you to analyze and interpret the
documents, and answer the related questions. Part B requires you
to develop an essay that incorporates the documents in Part A, as well
your own knowledge.
Some of these documents have been edited for the purposes of these
exercises; base your answer(s) on the document as presented. As you
analyze the documents, take into account both the sources of the document
and the author's point of view.
Historical Context: Although women did not receive recognition in
the Declaration of Independence (1776), they actively participated in the
revolution effort, before and during the American Revolution. As women
could not be soldiers, they sought alternate routes to demonstrate their
patriotism and/or help the war effort. As colonial society did not
allow a role for women outside the home, their activities often received
a mixed response.
Question: Discuss how women demonstrated their patriotism and/or
aided the American Revolution effort. Examine and and explain in detail
the reactions to the women's efforts.
Part A: Short Answer Questions
Directions: The following questions deal with women, their role
in
the American Revolution, and the response they received in relation to
their
efforts. Carefully read and examine the documents and then answer the
question(s) related to the document.
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