Women of the American Revolution

5.6 Students understand the course and consequences of the American Revolution--

~ 3. Identify the different roles women played during the Revolution (e.g., Abigail Adams, Martha Washington, Molly Pitcher, Phillis Wheatley, Mercy Otis Warren).

What role did women play during the American Revolution also list two women, detailing their contributions to the revolution?

~After reading and watching the three resources and taking the quick quiz, students will independently answer the big question.

~Write 2 detailed paragraphs in complete sentences tat fully answer the question.

As a group read and watch these three resources. Using the graphic organizer handed out by the teacher take notes on all three resources. Which can be used later on your quiz. It will also be used to answer the Big Question.

1. The Roles of Women in the Revolutionary War

http://historyofmassachusetts.org/the-roles-of-wom...

2. Rock star of the Revolution- Women Founders

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtcKQ08D5GE

3. 10 AMAZING WOMEN OF THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR

http://allthingsliberty.com/2013/10/10-amazing-women-revolutionary-war/