Lesson 9 Spanish Imperial Policy Aim: To examine the development and impact of Spain’s imperial policy in the Caribbean as a result of colonisation. Key Words: Imperialism = Monopoly = Missionaries =

DEVELOPMENT OF IMPERIAL POLICY Read Pearson p31-33 Extension reading: Laminate cards on Spain’s Imperial Policy/ For each IMPERIAL POLICY introduced by the Spanish, determine the impact on both the native and the Spanish colonists – complete the table. Breakdown impact into positive/negative/social/ political/ economic

DEVELOPMENT OF IMPERIAL POLICY (Describe the policy/system) Describe the aspect of imperial policy Explain how this helped the Spanish build an Empire in the New World 1. Ferdinand and Isabella’s Decree Rules set up for Spaniards sailing to the New World: Had to register in Cadiz before they left 2/3rds of all gold found and 1/10 of all other products was to be given to the Spanish crown. 1/10 of cargo taken to the New World had to be Spanish The Spanish government knew who was in the New World. They were made richer. Spanish exports grew. 2. Casa Contratacion 3. Santo Domingo 4. Catholic missionaries- 5. The Laws of Burgos 1512- 6. Encomienda system (p30) Casa de contratacion

EXPANSION OF SPANISH ADMINISTRATION Why was the monopoly of trade so important for Spanish control of the New World? 2 reasons Why did the Catholic church play such a significant role in the development of Spanish imperial policy? 2 reasons

Plenary Discuss with your neighbour the following: You have thinking time. Form an answer for each question. Be ready to share your answer. No hands up- teacher picks only! Discuss with your neighbour the following: What is an imperialism? What was the Casa de Contratacion? How did the Spanish create Political, Economic, Religious, Military and Social control in the New World? Which method of control do you think was the most effective in the short term? Which do you think was the most effective in the long term? What advice would you give to a new governor in the New World attempting to increase their contorl.?

HOMEWORK - Revision Complete the Spider diagram on Key Topic 1 for revision.. Spanish Exploration, Columbus reaches the New World Religion and Ambitions Spanish claims in the Caribbean Effects of Spanish settlement Spanish Exploration Columbus’s other voyages and role as governor Sponsoring Columbus Spain develops an imperial policy Columbus’s first voyage Topic 1: Spain reaches the ‘New World’ c1490 - 1512 Columbus returns to Spain Conflict at Samana San Salvador La Navidad Rivalry with Portugal Treaty of Tordesillas Impact of contact with the natives Columbus reaches the New World