Choose one 19th century American poem or short story and one historical document
Write to compare the ways in which each of these represents the changing popular idea of democracy from the time period in which it was written. Cite specific evidence from the literature to support your ideas.
"The Story of an Hour" (1894) by Kate Chopin's (short story)
"How to Tell a Story" (1835-1910) by Mark Twain (short story)
"The Raven" (1845) by Edgar Allan Poe (poem)
"Ain't I a Woman" (1851) by Sojourner Truth (historical document)

Question

Choose one 19th century American poem or short story and one historical document
Write to compare the ways in which each of these represents the changing popular idea of democracy from the time period in which it was written. Cite specific evidence from the literature to support your ideas. 
"The Story of an Hour" (1894) by Kate Chopin's (short story)
"How to Tell a Story" (1835-1910) by Mark Twain (short story)
"The Raven" (1845) by Edgar Allan Poe (poem)
"Ain't I a Woman" (1851)  by Sojourner Truth (historical document)

anonymous · Answer

I want to use "Aint I a Woman" and "The Story of an Hour" but i just need a little help with getting started