After reading the two articles by Sophie and Rousseau, please download and complete the Writing…

After reading the two articles by Sophie and Rousseau, please download and complete the Writing Assignment. This is a formal writing assignment. The essay needs to be a minimum of 5-8 full double-spaced pages in length, employing proper grammar, spelling and syntax. The margins should be set as standard 1-inch margins. You will also need to include a formal title page with your name the class section and a title for your essay, as well as a formal works cited page with a list of references you cited in the text of your paper. Citations within the paper should follow some accepted citation style (MLA, APA, or Turabian). You must have at least four separate references that must include the readings given in class, and any other sources you use. You may also supplement your references with any relevant articles, books, or internet sources; however they must be good credible sources. (I would recommend starting with major news outlets like CNN and Foxnews). Please write the essay in a professional manner which means no first person (I me my etc.) Neatness goes a long way, and also be sure to proofread carefully.
World Civilization Since 1660 Writing Assignment 1: Enlightenment Society and Today

In discussing the Enlightenment, you have had the opportunity to study about several individuals called Philosophes. These individuals provided much of the impetus for the concepts that define society during the 18th century. In many instances the ideas put forth by these writers has carried into our modern society and still have great impact on our society. For this assignment, analyze the readings Sophia, Woman Not Inferior to Man and Jean Jacques Rousseau, Sophie or the Woman. While the first article by Sophia seems on the surface to espouse a more modern viewpoint, Rousseau brings up several interesting points about double-standards placed on the treatment of men and women by society. Using the two articles, discuss how todays society would agree with each author and points where todays society would disagree. How would each of the authors react to the following topics in todays world: Harvey Weinstein and the #Me Too movement Stay at home dads Danica McKellar. British P.M. Theresa May Male nurses Female sports models, professional cheerleaders, Victoria Secret, Playboy etc.

In discussing the topics, cite directly from the articles to support or counter your arguments. Dont just give your opinion! Cite how these two authors would react.

This is a formal writing assignment. The essay needs to be a minimum of 5-8 full double-spaced pages in length, employing proper grammar, spelling and syntax. The margins should be set as standard 1-inch margins. You will also need to include a formal title page with your name the class section and a title for your essay, as well as a formal works cited page with a list of references you cited in the text of your paper. Citations within the paper should follow some accepted citation style (MLA, APA, or Turabian). You must have at least four separate references that must include the readings given in class, and any other sources you use. You may also supplement your references with any relevant articles, books, or internet sources; however they must be good credible sources. (I would recommend starting with major news outlets like CNN and Foxnews). Please write the essay in a professional manner which means no first person (I me my etc.) Neatness goes a long way, and also be sure to proofread carefully.