Early Women’s Rights Movement
Writing Assignment

Background:
In the early 19th century, women began to demand a change in American society. The women’s rights movement worked to extend the political and social rights of women. In 1848, The Declaration of Sentiments was written to call attention to the demands of the movement. Although these women worked tirelessly to achieve their goals, they faced many obstacles along the way.

Prompt:
The women’s rights movement of the 19th century sought to bring women social, political, and economic equality. Which of these goals was the most important and how successful was the women’s rights movement in achieving that goal?

Task:
Write a multi-paragraph paper in which you:
1. Write a clear introduction, including a thesis.
2. Write one body paragraph that identifies the most important goal of the women’s rights movement.
3. Write one body paragraph that evaluates the success or failure of that goal.
4. Include evidence from two documents, with appropriate citations, to support your ideas.

Suggested Vocabulary: (use at least six of these words)
education
social
political
economic
voting
rights
equality
reform
movement