Intro to Unit 7: Imperialism
Enduring Understandings
Attitudes and prejudices drive
individual and societal actions.
The strong will dominate the
weak. (Social Darwinism)
Essential Questions
What motivates countries to imperialize?
How did people under colonial rule react
to imperialism?
What major changes occurred, in the
colonies, as a result of imperialism?
Answer Essential Questions
Take a few minutes to discuss the
questions in your group.
The youngest person in your group
will be responsible for sharing one of
your responses with the rest of the
class.
Student Learning Targets
 I can explain the European rationale for imperialism.
 I can identify empires of the world during the Age of Imperialism.
 I can discuss the different forms of imperialism.
 I can describe the effects of European and American colonialism on
their colonies.
 I can explain the social and political changes that took place within
the colonies.
Read through these learning targets. On the before column, rate
yourself with a B where you think you are now.
Unit 7 Essential Vocabulary
In your table groups, use your
resources (smart phone, dictionary,
prior knowledge, etc.) to complete
the vocabulary graphic organizer.
Assimilation
The process of blending into a new
culture (language, dress, customs,
food, etc.)
Colony
A country or area under the full or
partial political control of another
country, typically a distant one, and
occupied by settlers from that country.
Imperialism
A policy of extending a country's
power and influence through
diplomacy or military force.
Racism
The belief that all members of each
race possess characteristics or abilities
specific to that race, especially so as to
distinguish it as inferior or superior to
another race or races.
Raw Materials
The basic material from which a
product is made. Examples:
petroleum=plastic/gasoline
lumber=fuel/building material
Sphere of Influence
A country or area in which another
country has power to affect
developments although it has no
formal authority.