The Imperialist Vision Unit 5 Lesson 1 SS
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The Imperialist Vision Unit 5 Lesson 1 SS. 912. A. 4. 1 - Analyze the major factors that drove United States imperialism ss. 912. A. 4. 2 – Explain the motives of the United States acquisition of the territories
What was the Monroe Doctrine? President Monroe told Europe to stop trying to colonize America US basically controlled the Western Hemisphere US begins to expand its influence to other regions
What is Imperialism? “The economic & political domination of a strong country over a weak one” Often seen as obtrusive by weaker nation Stronger nations often think they are improving the weak Benevolent Assimilation Turn and Talk: What do you see? What does it mean?
What were the motives for the US to expand? �Humanitarianism (White Man’s Burden – responsibility to help others) �Europe was expanding for resources �New trade markets (partners) �Social Darwinism suggested most competitive nations would survive �Manifest Destiny – Idea God wants US to rule �“Anglo-Saxonism” led to belief of superior English speaking society �Congress authorized a new Navy b/c many thought US should dominate the world ***Which of the above reasons is a good reason / bad reason. Why? ***
Think – Pair - Share
Why did the US look to the Pacific for new markets? It was the next thing! Manifest Destiny! US will force Japan to open its ports to trade by using military strength ***To trade across the Pacific the US opened ports on islands like Pago and Hawaii***
How did the US get Hawaii? By mid- 1800 s settlers had moved there to plant sugarcane US gets to open a base at Pearl Harbor in exchange for lower tariffs on sugar Sugar industry pressured Hawaiian King to give up authority **** “Hawaii” represents America’s entry into Imperialism****
What was the Open Door Policy? Policy dictating Chinese trade US was worried about other countries “spheres of influence” Group of countries agreed to allow each other to trade for free throughout China Leads to Boxer Rebellion
Lesson 1 Assignment Varying Perspectives Activity #1 ) Read through & highlight information about each side’s perspective on Imperialism. #2) In your groups you will need to create a T – CHART - Left side: Pro-Imperialism - Right side: Anti-Imperialism - Identify at least 5 facts to explain each side’s perspective on Imperialism #3) Staple the reading into your journal & turn in the chart (with all group member’s names on it) to the purple bin
