We are beginning our study of the women's suffrage movement learning why women were denied the right to vote.  Yours first assignment is to write a letter to your daughter (circa 1915) explaining to her why women were being denied the right to vote.  It is not necessary that you agree with the reasons, but you must explain the reasons.

 

ESSENTIAL  QUESTION - Why were women denied suffrage in the United States?

 

(1)  Your letter must explain the reasons why women were deprived of suffrage.  The magic word is EXPLAIN.

 

(2)  You must include a bibliography in which you list the sources which you use.  Internet sources must include the URL, name of page, and the date of the visit.

 

(3)  You must have at least three (3) primary sources listed in your bibliography.

 

(4)  You must use the citation system which was explained in class.

 

 

Sources:  In order to assist you with primary sources, you can use these links to find relevant primary sources.  However, there are numerous other excellent sources available on the internet.

 

1.  Read this LETTER written by Alexander Graham Bell to Mabel Hubbard Bell, October 5, 1875.

 

 

2.  Read this EXCERPT written by Rev. John Todd (1867).

 

3.  View the following POSTER which is against suffrage.  (1912) 


 

4.  Read the following PAMPHLET. 


 

5.  Read the following EDITORIAL from LIFE magazine


 

6.  Read about the  Texas Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage.