Imperialism Introduction

Starter 20

1. Describe what you see here- focus on details that may help you to make sense of the cartoon!
2. What is the message of this cartoon?
3. What attitudes does this show?  What can we tell about the society that created this cartoon?


Imperialism Motives
Take notes on 5 main motives of Imperialism, using the mnemonic, "EMPIRE."  If absent, get notes from a classmate.


Imperialism Motives and Matching

• Use the Imperialism Examples linked here:  Imperialism Examples
• Complete the following activites:  Imperialism Analysis and Matching

Colonialism in South Africa Notes

Take notes on 5 major dates in South African history.  In absent, get notes from a classmate.

British Imperialism: Textbook Background Notes

Using a textbook section, take the notes as instructed below.

1.      British Expand Control Over India

a.       What was the role of the East India Company in India?

b.      Why was India considered the “Jewel in the Crown?”  Give 2 reasons. 

c.       What restrictions did Britain place on the economy?

d.      What are the positive and negative impacts of colonialism (T-Chart)

2.      Indians Rebel

a.       What sparked the Sepoy Rebellion?  Who won?

b.      Why is the Sepoy Rebellion considered a turning point in Indian history?

c.       What were the long term effects of the Sepoy Rebellion?  List at least 3.

3.      Indian National Movements Begin

a.       What did Indian Nationalists want?  List at least 3 things.

HOMEWORK

1. Finish typed Seminar Reflection (see Tuesday's post for details).  DUE:  Friday, start of class.
2. Finish reading and annotating Nonviolence.