2.  Imperialism - A stronger nation takes control over a weaker nation politically, economically and/or culturally 1. America imperializes because:__________ 2. Imperialism is justified when:___________ 3. Imperialism is not justified when:________ 4. The imperialized country __________ as a result of imperialism

3. Feeling of superiority (think Social Darwinism) -we are superior therefore we are helping them: - religiously -economically -socially -remember “Manifest Destiny”? -sound like anything from the last unit??

4.  Our frontier is “closed” therefore we:  Need a new frontier to be special  The Frontier Thesis – Frederick Jackson Turner  “The frontier is a space where individuals and society can be renewed, begin again, and seek out new opportunities.” … The frontier is what makes America special

5.  We have industrialized and therefore we need:  Markets  Raw materials  Need markets & raw materials Increasing Industrial Output, 1870-1910 CoalSteel 187020 million tons850 million tons 1890111 million tons6,746 million tons 1910417 million tons24,216 million tons Industry as a Percent of the Economy Agriculture Manufacturing and Mining 187053 percent33 percent 190033 percent58 percent

6. Europe has been doing it and therefore: - we need to prove we are just as good/capable Alfred Mahan - 1890 The Influence of Sea Power upon History 1660-1783 -those with the best navy dominate (what do you need if you have a navy?)

7. Europe has been doing it and therefore: -we need colonies for national security

8.  Which of these, if any, did you list as justified?  Which of these, if any, did you list as unjustified?  Any reasons hold more weight than others in your opinion?