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1. Presentation of research findings I am leaning towards writing an informative explanation paper, but I am not sure whether or not it will be that or an argumentative paper. We'll see which way my researching takes me. ...I don't have any questions... Taking one of these approaches allows me to further understand the way my topic is perceived and also allows me to further understand the way I feel about my topic. It also allows me to understand the full spectrum of emotions people associate with my topic. The informative standpoint would allow me to be objective to my own personal beliefs, or possibly adapt to the changing of my beliefs. If I write an argumentative paper, it will likely be in accordance with my previous beliefs.

2. The pursuit of new knowledge Why are castles too cool? What were some really funny cultural things about the medieval ages?
 * Why is there a need for feminism now/is there a need?**
 * What does 'modern feminism' really mean? Why do people argue about the meaning of feminism?**

3. I know some basic history of feminism and also some basics of why it is needed in modern America. I have seen much commentary on what feminism is, and many arguments on its definition. I also have a small background in medieval history and castles. I wanted to be a historian when I was little. I love the Medieval ages. Most entertaining and weird period of history, hands down. So much fun.

Today I learned that feminism pertains to economic, social, cultural, and political rights for women. I also learned that there are different concepts of feminism which can be focused specifically on race. There is such a thing as first-wave feminism, which was the original feminist concept for suffrage and legal equality. Then comes second-wave feminism, which originated in the 1960s and focused on de facto inequalities, and now third-wave feminism, which is focused on social gains rather than institutional gains and does not focus as much on only "upper middle class white women" as feminism in the past had. It came about in the 1990s and now seen in current America. Third-wave feminism incorporates a new sense of "sex positivity" and is more open to interpretations about gender roles. It rejects the idea of being gender binary. I thought that

This kind of feminism will likely be the focus of my essay.
For the Medieval times stuff, I have been reading an excellent book by historian Ian Mortimer about this time period and have learned a lot about the culture... For example, until the 13th century, you only had a first name. If your name was common, for example, you might be called "John of Bridgewater" or "John, Peter's son." I've learned about medieval clothing, medieval underwear, medieval humor, medieval marriages and male and female roles... Honestly I have been having a lot of fun.

4. The Rationale I just really want to understand it I think it's important for me to understand and that there is a need for it. I don't know anyone that fully understands it. I know more about it than most people I know. Shouldn't people understand it?

This is about Shaileine woodley. I told you, Mr. Barra. No one understands feminism. Neither do I. Also I personally hate that women are still subconsciously seen as below men. I hate it that we have different standards for men and women, that there are things inappropriate for women which are acceptable for men. That's unfair.

I am worried I will not be able to maintain a good definition of what modern feminism is because it has evolved in so many different directions.