The American Revolution created both political and social disruptions in colonial society. It opened up new opportunities for women to challenge traditional ideas of femininity and participate in the conflict (as Revolutionaries or Loyalists).

1. Select a short biography from the following list of individuals.
2. For that person, analyze how the American Revolution created opportunities to challenge traditional roles for women.
3. Overall, consider whether the American Revolution was “revolutionary” for women.
   • Mary Katherine Goddard
   • Mary “Molly” Brant
   • Nancy Morgan Hart
   • Mary McCauley (“Molly Pitcher”)
   • Mercy Otis Warren
   • Deborah Sampson

Directions:

• Your paper should be 2-3 pages long, not including the required Title and References pages.
• Format  your paper according to APA 7 guidelines. CSU Global’s Writing Center has an updated page on APA 7 guidelines including paper formatting: LibGuides: CSU Global Writing Center: APA7 Paper Formatting
• Your paper should include an introduction, a body with at least three fully developed paragraphs, and a conclusion. It should contain a fully developed and supported thesis statement.
• Include a minimum of two academic sources (journal articles, books, etc.) other than the textbook for the course.