1. Unit 5: Imperialism & WWI

2. 1898 Treaty of Paris
Treaty gave the United States control over the Philippines
This issue is hotly debated in the US
What should the US do with the Philippines?
Over the next two days you are going to look at this question and form an argument that supports 1 of 3 options

3. Fall 1898 (background info)
Step One
Fall 1898 (background info)
Take notes as a class

4. Options in Brief
Anti-Imperialism: Imperialism Small Policy: Large Policy: 2
Grant the Philippines complete independence immediately. 3
Create a military base & establish the Philippines as a temporary protectorate. 1
Bring the Philippines into American democracy by making them a colony.

5. What should the US do with the Philippines?
You will make the argument for your option – why is this best for the US?
Citizens will listen to all presentations, ask questions, and make a decision on which one to go with

6. Option 1 Option2 Option3 Citizens
(Large Policy)
Option2
(Anti-Imperialism)
Option3
(Small Policy)
Citizens
(Decision Makers)
Serena
Alex B
Kamryn
Sandra
Zander
Nihal
Katelyn
Ioana
Peyton
Hannah
Natalie
Olivia
Jenna
Braden
Michael
Kas
Kary
Noah
Prapti
Matt
Sruthi
Ayesha
Gabe
Danielle
Bradley
Ally
Enzo

7. Option 1 Option2 Option3 Citizens
(Large Policy)
Option2
(Anti-Imperialism)
Option3
(Small Policy)
Citizens
(Decision Makers)
Kayla
Cat
Melissa
Maggie
Cynthia
Shannon
Jonathan
Mia
Sarah Rose
Alex V
Ian
Andrew
Kyra
Emma
Noelle
Dane
Cole
Elexis
Danny
Grace
Quinn
Hannah
Kimmy
Soledad
Jack
Jasmine
Owen
Yin

8. Option 1 Option2 Option3 Citizens
(Large Policy)
Option2
(Anti-Imperialism)
Option3
(Small Policy)
Citizens
(Decision Makers)
Audrey
Estrella
Adam
Henry
David
Marissa
Ruby
Anisa
Andrew
Susanna
Ana
Elizabeth
Shane
Tyler
Jon
Jaylen
Rowan
Brady
Addie
Charlie
Ryan
Bill
Johnny
Sabine

9. Option 1 Option2 Option3 Citizens
(Large Policy)
Option2
(Anti-Imperialism)
Option3
(Small Policy)
Citizens
(Decision Makers)
Eli
Joey
Kim
Jaden
George
Parker
Mike
Sam
Ethan
Jasper
Nathan
Mateo
Terra
Joseph
Nyta
Colton
Laney
Jordan
Isobel
Patrick
Annah
Jennifer
Evan
Eric
Taylor
Noelle
Juju
Nolan
Shriya
Nikki

10. Step 2: Group Work
Your packet includes detailed information on your group’s assigned option
The last page has directions for your group work. Follow the directions to put together a short presentation explaining why your option is the best path for America.

11. Presentations
Your group should put together a 3-5 minute argument that outlines:
What your option is
Why your option is the best direction for our country
Convince the citizens!
Everyone should participate

12. Tomorrow’s Plan
1st half of class: Meet with your partners & finalize your presentations
2nd half of class: Group debates
Share all 3 options
Questions
Decision