Motives for Imperialism
The need for raw materials is this motive for Imperialism:
Economic
A territory that is settled and ruled directly by people from another country is what type of Imperialism?
Colony
Why do outside powers want access to Wakanda?
Vibranium/ Resources
What tool is being used when objects are placed in a cartoon to represent another/ larger idea.
Symbolism
Spreading Christianity would fit into this motive for Imperialism:
Religious
If a country controls another nation’s government but allows local rulers to remain in power, what type of imperialism is this?
How does Wakanda’s decision to isolate itself relate to avoiding imperialism?
Prevents outside control/ exploitation ...no one knew where to find them so they could not colonize them.
What is exaggeration used for?
Emphasize a point or criticism
Wanting to increase security and discover new medicines and herbs are part of this motive for Imperialism:
Military/Exploratory
When a powerful nation dominates another country’s economy without governing it directly, what is this called?
Economic Imperialism
Why do humans want to control Pandora?
valuable resources (unobtanium)
Why might an artist label objects or people in a political cartoon?
Clarify meaning
The White Man's Burden and Social Darwinism are major aspects of this motive for Imperialism:
Ethnocentrism
When a powerful country has special influence in trade or politics in a place without taking it over, that is what type of Imperialism?
Sphere of Influence
How are the Na’vi similar to real colonized peoples?
Displacement, cultural destruction, resistance
If a cartoon shows a giant country looming over smaller ones, what is the message likely about?
Power imbalance / dominance / imperialism
Nationalism and a need to compete for colonies is part of this motive for Imperialism:
Political
Give one advantage imperial powers gained from colonies.
Raw materials, markets, military bases, prestige
Name one way both movies show themes of imperialism.
Resource extraction, invasion, resistance, power imbalance
Why is it so important to know the time-frame that a political cartoon was created in before you can analyze it?
Because they are all about context! You need to understand the historical context to understand what the cartoon is trying to say.