Research European colonialism and examine how the consequences were viewed differently by the colonizers and the colonized. You will also use historical evidence to analyze and explain the causes and global consequences of colonization.
Your task is to:
- Conduct research and write a 2 paragraph response to the questions below.
- Make a reference to 2 sources used for your research and provide commentary on your sources.
Questions: a)Choose one of the areas colonized by Europe (Japan, India or Africa).
Describe how this happened (what did Europe want from this country and how did it go about taking it?)
b)How did the people of this area respond to colonization? Do you think people today would respond in the same way?
Instructions:
A. Select the area you would like to write about (Japan, India or Africa). Review the lessons in this unit and conduct research about colonization and imperialism in this area. You will need to locate a total of 2 sources.
B. Write a 2 paragraph response to the following questions:
a)Choose one of the areas colonized by Europe (Japan, India or Africa).
Describe how this happened (what did Europe want from this country and how did it go about taking it?) (4-5 sentences)
b)How did the people of this area respond to colonization? Do you think people today would respond in the same way? (4-5 sentences)
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