Imperialism “Exerting political, military, and/or economic control over weaker territories”

Today’s Objective After today’s lesson, students will be able to… Explain the reasons in favor of imperialism Describe how imperialism affected both the United States and countries abroad Essential Skill Explicitly assess information and draw conclusions

Political Cartoon Activity With your group you will travel to each cartoon (5 minutes) and complete the sheet When you’ve finished complete the summary questions We will review the cartoons together when you’ve finished

Justifications for Imperialism Economic Benefit – opened new markets for surplus of U.S. manufactured goods; provided natural resources Expansive Military – strong naval force protected economic interests; refueling Ideology/National Superiority – national greatness demanded expansion; Social Darwinism and Manifest Destiny

First Steps to World Power 1853 Commodore Perry “opens” Japan to U.S. trade 1867 purchase of Alaska for $7.2 million 1893 overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani, 1898 annexation 1899 Open Door Policy and the Boxer Rebellion in China

Conclusion What were the justifications for imperialism? What kind of impact would imperialism have upon the United States and foreign countries?