Imperialism 1
What is imperialism?
A policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate other countries politically, economically, or socially
What was the importance of the Suez Canal?
Connected the Red Sea to the Mediterranean; reduced travel time, promoted trade
This Prussian leader used “Blood and Iron” to unify Germany in 1871.
Who is Otto von Bismarck?
What's Ms. Aguirre's coffee order?
Ice cold brew with vanilla/ oat milk
or a vanilla oat milk latte
What is Social Darwinism?
The application of Darwin’s ideas about evolution and the “survival of the fittest” to human societies, particularly as justification for imperialist expansion
What did it mean when the British referred to India as the “jewel in the crown”of their empire?
It was their most valuable colony
This leader, known as the "sword" of Italian unification, led the Red Shirts in fighting for a unified Italy.
Who is Giuseppe Garibaldi?
This radical political group, led by Maximilien Robespierre, was responsible for the Reign of Terror and the execution of thousands by guillotine, including King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette
What is the Jacobins?
What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference?
To set down rules for European nations to divide Africa up among themselves into colonies
Who fought in the Opium War?
Britain and China
This war, fought between France and Prussia in 1870-1871, helped unify Germany under Prussian rule.
What is the Franco-Prussian War?
This streaming series, starring Millie Bobby Brown, takes place in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, and features supernatural creatures.
Stranger things
What was the Open Door Policy?
A policy proposed by the US in 1899 under which all nations would have equal opportunities to trade in China
Motives for Imperialism
Economic gain, political power, and this idea that justified their rule over other nations.
This word is defined as a strong love and devotion to this.
Patriotism
When is FC Heritage Culture Day?
Tomorrow ( 2/22) 1-5 pm
FREE FOOD!!
What are the three forms of imperialism?
Colony
Protectorate
Sphere of Influence
This Zulu leader in South Africa fiercely resisted British and Boer expansion in the early 19th century.
Who is Shaka Zulu?
those that believe in completely overthrowing or changing a government
(big changes)
Radicalism
In this 1999 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher, the first rule is that "you do not talk about" it.
What is Fight Club?