Raider Rev Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12

Essential Question(s) Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 What was British rule like in India for people living in Burma during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries?

Daily Agenda Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 Opening Session Students will learn about British Imperialism during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Work Session Students will read “To Kill an Elephant” by George Orwell. Closing Session

Opening Session Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 Imperialism is a term used to describe when a stronger country dominates a weaker one. During the 19th century England rose to become a world power and ruled a fifth of the total population. One reason the British used to justify often brutal strategies, was that it was their duty to “civilize” weaker, non-Christian cultures. Please take notes about the Prezi you are about to see.

Work Session Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 Today we will read a story called “To Shoot An Elephant.” Create a T-chart like the one on the board. Label one side, “Attitude Toward Imperialism.” Label the other, “Attitude Toward Burmese.” Complete the chart as we read.

Closing Session Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 At the height of its empire in 1921, England ruled over a fifth of the total population. Choose one of the countries on the right, or choose another country controlled by Britain in the past. Research the country and on an index card,

Summarization Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12 At its peak, Britain was the largest empire in the world. Britain used “The White Man’s Burden” as an excuse for its actions. Britain ruled over Burma, now Myanmar, for nearly one hundred years. People like George Orwell fought within the imperialist system to end it.

Announcements Monday, March 13, 2016 Grade 12

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 The British annex Cape Town in 1806 and begin a series of wars against tribal natives to gain more territory within the country. By 1931, a statute was passed releasing South Africa from British control.

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 Racial segregation had been loosely enforced throughout the early colonial years, and laws restricted the movement of natives throughout the country, but overall racial segregation was not official.

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 In 1948, the National party takes control of the country and enacts strict racial laws known as apartheid.

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 These laws not only divided white South Africans, mostly from English and Dutch heritage, but separated black South Africaners based on tribal lines. There were four categories: White Bantu Asian Coloured

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 Apartheid restricted people of different ethnic groups from marrying, holding certain jobs, and even having relationships. Entire families could be separated based on their skin color.

Opening Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 Protests over apartheid erupted over the years and eventually led to arrests or execution of resistance leaders, like Nelson Mandela. Following international pressure and embargos, the Afrikaan National Party final begins dismantling apartheid laws, and by 1994 apartheid ends.

Work Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 Read “The Train from Rhodesia” by Nadine Gordimer. Page 1250

Work Session Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Grade 12 As you read, consider the following questions: What is the relationship like between the people on the train and the people in the village? Why does the man refuse to pay full price for the lion? What social implications does this behavior suggest about their relationship.

Review Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 What is apartheid?

Opening Session Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 Read “No Witchcraft for Sale” by Doris Lessing on page 1116.

Opening Session Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 As you read, consider the following questions: What cultural values and experiences do Gideon and the Farquars share? What cultural differences exist between them? Create a Venn diagram that shows the differences between the two sides.

Work Session Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 Master Harold…and the Boys is based on a play Artold Fugard about class and racial differences between a servant and a young boy trying to “become a man.” Why do you think so many British authors found it necessary to write about these types of cultural divides?

Work Session Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 In Master Harold…and the Boys Hallie struggles reconciling his “father-son” relationship with Sam and his role as a white man in South Africa.

Closing Session Thursday, March 17, 2016 Grade 12 Last week we asked you to find out information about your name. This week we want you to find out information about where you come from. So, when you get home tonight ask your parents or guardians where your family comes from.