History Discussion 3
3. Discuss the changing ideals of American womanhood between the American Revolution (1770s) and the outbreak of the Civil War. What factors fostered the emergence of “republican motherhood” and the “cult of domesticity?” Assess the extent to which these ideals influenced the lives of women during this period. In your answer be sure to consider issues of race and class.
Essay Instructions: The essay should be no less than 3 complete pages and no more than 5 pages. All work must be typed and double-spaced. Essays should be in the correct format (APA) with correct citations. Work Cited/Bibliography page should be included when the student turns the paper in. Must use three academic sources outside of the textbook. Must include at least one primary source. Wikipedia is not an approved website for any assignments. The essays will be graded on the basis of style, research, and content [no paper will receive an “A” without citing at least three additional sources in the bibliography]. For bibliography, a student should consult the library databases or appropriate online educational sites.
