bellwork for your only bellwork this week, read pgs. 480- 481 and answer the following questions:...
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BELLWORK• For your only bellwork this week, read pgs. 480-
481 and answer the following questions:
1. What is imperialism?
2. Describe the three key factors of imperialism in the late 1800’s.
3. How did European powers compete with each other to control colonies?
4. Why did European powers want to establish foreign markets?
5. THINKER: In your opinion, is imperialism more of an advantage or disadvantage? Explain!
Imperialism in Asia• Just like Africa, Asia was also very profitable
to European powers.
• Asian resources included cotton, tin, tea, coffee, and silk.
• Complete your imperialism graphic organizer for the following events:
1. Sepoy Rebellion (pg. 489)
2. Opium War (pg. 491)
3. Formation of United League (pg. 492)
Sepoy Rebellion• British vs. Sepoys (Indian
soldiers)• May 10, 1857• Considered India’s First War
of Independence• At the time, India was ruled
by the British East India Company
• Rebellion led to the end of the company, but Britain established a new financial system, and government ruled by a viceroy (representative of the monarch)
Opium War• Chinese vs. British• Chinese disputed British control of trade and government
– British restricted trade to one port and prohibited foreign entrance to China
• Trade was imbalanced and China was making more money, so Britain smuggled opium to trade for Chinese tea, silk, and porcelain.
• Alarmed at number of addicts, Chinese government taxed opium, arrested dealers, and destroyed opium dens.
• Britain was angry that the Chinese government was taking over their trade (even though it was illegal) and sent forces to China.
• Very brutal conflict – a lot of civilian deaths• Treaty of Nanking: took away civilian rights, legalized the opium
trade, and gave rights to foreigners • Later became known as the “unequal treaty” and the period is
referred to in China as the “Century of Humiliation”
United League• Underground resistance
movement• Composed of several
different revolutionary groups that aligned together to drive out foreign influence
• Formed by Sun Yat-Sen in 1905
• Goal: modernize China, improve economy, get rid of foreign powers = democracy!
• Revolt was successful and Sun Yat-Sen becomes first president of new Chinese Republic
Imperialism in Africa• As you know, one of the most profitable continents in
the 1800’s was Africa.• African resources included rubber, copper, gold,
coffee, coal, and oil.• Make a prediction – what will European powers do
once they realize the tremendous profit available in Africa?
• European powers begin to colonize African states IMPERIALISM
• This led to a wave of European exploitation of African resources, land, and people. The rivalries between European countries over control in Africa is one of the main causes of WWI.
Imperialism in Africa• Today we are going to focus on three main
events regarding Imperialism in Africa:
• Gold Rush in Africa (pg. 487)
• Colonization of Africa (pgs. 483-487)
• Building of Suez Canal (pg. 484)
• While reading section 2, complete the graphic organizer for these three events.
• Include important people and the outcome.
Imperialism in Americas• During the 1800’s, America was expanding
and fighting for control over territories.
• One major event was the Spanish-American War
• Both sides were competing for control of foreign markets.
• Complete your graphic organizer for the following events:
1. Monroe Doctrine (pg. 497)
2. Spanish-American War (pg. 498)
America Becoming a World Power• Japan had not traded with a Western power for 250
years, but had great coal deposits.• Open Door Policy: Commodore Matthew Perry sailed
to Tokyo and “opened” or negotiated trade. The growth of Asian markets stimulated the U.S. economy.
• Imperialism: establishing economic, political, and military dominance over weaker nations
• 1867 – U.S. seized the Midway Islands in the Pacific (strategic for trade with China & Japan)
• 1867 – U.S. buys Alaska from Russia• Gold, copper, and oil are discovered in Alaska.
Causes of the Spanish-American War• Background:• Cuba had struggled for 30 years over independence
from Spain.• Some argued Cuba was part of the U.S. -
geographically close & great economic potential (sugar)
• 1895 – Cuban rebels launched a fight for independence. Spanish retaliated by placing them in concentration camps.
• 1896 – McKinley elected President; openly supports Cuban independence.
• February 1898: Explosion of U.S.S. Maine – American’s blame Spain (actually was a coal fire)
End of the Spanish American War• After the U.S. won, Spain signed an armistice
(cease-fire).
• In October 1898, both countries signed the Paris Peace Treaty – Spain granted Independence to Cuba, Guam,
Puerto Rico and the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million.
• Caused the collapse of the Spanish Empire
• Cuba and Philippines eventually were given complete independence but Puerto Rico and Guam remain U.S. territories.
Importance of Spanish-American War
• America was now considered a “superpower”
• Makes foreign powers recognize American military/political strength
• U.S. now establishes foreign markets
• U.S. is able to establish military bases around the world
Imperialism Political Cartoons• During the 1800’s, journalists started
using political cartoons to express their opinions
• Each of the following political cartoons has a deeper meaning with regards to foreign powers and control
• Analyze each political cartoon and be ready to discuss
• Look for symbols, colors, wording, etc.
Imperialism Crossword Review
• To review all important concepts, people, events and vocabulary about imperialism, you are going to complete a crossword puzzle.
• Use all notes, handouts, and textbook!
• Follow directions! Use pencil!