October 27, What were some positive effects of colonization? 2.What were some negative effects of colonization? 3.What country was known as “The Jewel in the Crown”? 4.What three countries owned the Philippines in the past? 5.Why did the Sepoy rebel?
China Resists Outside Influence Unit 6 Ch Pgs
Setting the Stage Main Idea: –Western econ. pressure forces China to open to foreign trade and influence. Why it matters: –China is becoming an increasingly important member of the global community. Setting the stage: –1793 Out of pride in their culture the Chinese looked down on all foreigners. Was not interested in anything West had to offer
China and the West ’s – Qing Dynasty –Last and longest lasting Dynasty China was able to reject the West because it was self sufficient.
Why China Was Self Sufficient 1.Healthy agricultural econ. Quick growing strain of rice. Spanish and Portuguese bring maize (corn), sweet potatoes, peanuts Enough food for people to eat
2.Mining –Salt, tin, silver, iron –**Provide work for 1000’s** –Provides source of income 3.Manufacturing –Silk, cotton, porcelain –**Provides work for 1000’s** –Provides source of income Mines currently operating in China
For decades the only trade was in Guangzhou –Trade was in favor of China. Exports > Imports = $$$ –1835 British introduce opium from India in exchange for tea. –12 million people become addicted Chinese government tries to cut of opium trade
1839 Opium War –British Steam-powered gunboats –China outdated sail ships –Chinese lose –FORCED to sign Treaty of Nanjing External Forces 1900 Foreign Spheres of Influence
Treaty of Nanjing 1844 –British gain Hong Kong 1997 –Return Hong Kong to China –Extraterritorial Rights: Foreigners not subject to Chinese laws –Opium trade expands »More addiction –Christian Missionaries openly attempt to convert –Leads to resentment
Open Door Policy 1899 –Open Door Policy Created by US, agreed to by Europeans –**US wanted to insure American traders would not be shut out.** China’s doors open to merchants of all nations