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Question:
Which 3 events had the most profound impact on the Women’s Rights
Movement gaining the ability to Vote? Be sure to use evidence from the timeline to back
up your claim and explain why you chose the events that you chose.
Claim
:
What is your answer to the question? It should be more than a “yes” or “no”.
The three events that had the most profound impact on the Women's Rights Movement gaining the
ability to vote were the publication of 'A Vindication' in 1792, the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848,
and the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920
Evidence 1
:
What is a specific observation or data or thought that supports your claim? (be sure to cite your
source)
According to the
newseumed.org
website, Mary Wollstonecraft, an active voice in European political debates, published 'A
Vindication of the Rights of Women' in 1792. This influential work called for women's suffrage and advocated for women's
education, asserting that education is key to power. The book sold out within a year and was reprinted several times in
three different languages.
Reasoning 1
:
How does the evidence support your claim?
The release of Mary Wollstonecrafts 'A Vindication of the Rights of Women', in 1792 provided support for the notion that it
had an influence on the Women's Rights Movement. Wollstonecraft's work was groundbreaking for its time as it directly
called for women to have the right to vote and emphasized the importance of education for women. Evidence from
newseumed.org highlights that her ideas resonated widely as the book quickly sold out and underwent reprints in different
languages. This widespread reception underscores how influential Wollstonecraft's advocacy for women's rights and
suffrage was. Additionally, knowing that her work influenced figures in the women's suffrage movement as mentioned in
the website further emphasizes its enduring impact and its role in shaping the course of the Women's Rights Movement.
Therefore, by being published in 1792 'A Vindication' laid the groundwork for advocating women's rights and suffrage
significantly contributing to their eventual attainment of voting rights.
Evidence 2
:
What is a specific observation or data or thought that supports your claim? (be sure to cite your
source)
According to the information from the NewseumED website, the Seneca Falls Convention in New York marked the first
local conference on women's rights. Organized by Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the convention attracted
approximately 300 women and men. During the meeting, Stanton read the "Declaration of Sentiments," which began with
the famous assertion, "We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men and women are created equal." The document
listed legal, social, and economic evidence of women's inferior position in society and concluded with a commitment to
petition the State and national Legislatures, as well as enlist the pulpit and the press in their behalf.
Reasoning 2
:
How does the evidence support your claim?
The Seneca Falls Convention played a important role in the Women's Rights Movement by formalizing the
demand for women's rights, including the right to vote. The "Declaration of Sentiments" boldly stated the
language of the Declaration of Independence, asserting equality for men and women. The convention set a
precedent by openly addressing the legal, social, and economic injustices faced by women, providing a
structured platform for advocating change. The resolution proposed by Stanton, declaring it the "duty of the
women of this country" to advocate for the right to vote, reflected a significant step toward the goal of suffrage.
Despite facing negative press coverage and criticism, the Seneca Falls Convention marked the beginning of
organized efforts to secure women's rights and served as an inspiration for future suffrage movements. The
willingness of attendees to sign the Seneca Falls declaration, even in the face of criticism, demonstrated a
commitment to the cause. Overall, the Seneca Falls Convention stands as a crucial event that helped to form
the Women's Rights Movement, contributing to the eventual achievement of women's suffrage.
Evidence 3
:
What is a specific observation or data or thought that supports your claim? (be sure to cite your
source)
According to
newseumed.org
, nearly 15 months after Congress sent the 19th Amendment to the states, Tennessee
became the 36th state to ratify it, providing the required three-quarters majority for passage. Secretary of State Bainbridge
Colby certified the amendment on Aug. 26, 1920. The ratification of the 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote,
representing a transformative legislative achievement.
Reasoning 3
:
How does the evidence support your claim
The ratification of the 19th Amendment directly supports the claim by serving as the legal victory of the Women's Rights
Movement's efforts to secure the right to vote. Achieving the required three-quarters majority through the ratification
process marked the formal acceptance of women as equal participants in the democratic process. The ratification of the
19th Amendment in 1920 stands as a defining moment in the Women's Rights Movement, affirming the right to vote for
women and fulfilling the objectives set forth by earlier events such as the publication of 'A Vindication' in 1792 and the
Seneca Falls Convention in 1848.
Conclusion
:
Summarize your argument in 1-2 sentences.
In conclusion, the Women's Rights Movement's journey to gaining the ability to vote was significantly shaped by three
important events: the publication of 'A Vindication' in 1792, which laid the groundwork for women's rights and suffrage; the
Seneca Falls Convention in 1848, where an assembly put out demands for equality and the right to vote; and the
ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, a legislative achievement that affirmed women as equal participants in the
democratic process. These events collectively reflect a progression from only advocating for rights to actual organized
activism, to actually gaining legal recognition for women's right to vote.
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