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Unit 5: Industrialization
8. Arguments Against American Imperialism
SWBAT evaluate the arguments in opposition to
American imperialism in the Philippines.
Lesson Objective
Opposition Resistance through action or argument
Imperialism How did England benefit from having America as a
colony? Chart & Share Out Discussion
After its experience with the Revolutionary war, why would America desire to establish its own colonies and spheres of influence?
Word of the Day/Initial Activity
Focus Question: How did Americans argue against
imperialism?
Read Anti-Imperialism Arguments Jigsaw Read your section of the reading and fill in your graphic
organizer. When read, fill in your section on the board Describe your argument against imperialism
Extension Activity Which of the arguments against imperialism do you
believe is the stronger? Share Out
Activity 1: Anti-Imperialism Arguments
Jigsaw
2 minute to write down a response to this
question:
If there are so many strong arguments against imperialism, why would America still practice it?
Turn & Talk: 30 seconds per partner Share Out
Anti-Imperialism QuickWrite/ Turn & Talk
Focus Question: How did Anti-Imperialists argue
against annexation of the Philippines?
Read Anti-Imperialism Arguments How did Anti-Imperialists argue against America taking
over the Philippines? Write a claim, provide 1 piece of evidence and analyze
Extension Activity Why would America desire to take over the Philippines
when there are so many drawbacks to imperialism? Share Out
Activity 2: Anti-Imperialism Arguments
1. Arguments Against Imperialism
a. Supporting an empire would be expensive b. US needs to focus on its own problems at home
a. segregation and urbanization c. Non-whites would have difficulty assimilating into
society d. Imperialism means more wars e. Imperialism violates democratic principles and
independence. a. America believes in:
a. Natural rights b. Power of the people c. Social contract theory
Mini-Lesson
Exit TicketDuring the late 19th century, the growth of capitalism encouraged United States imperialism because of the desire of business to
a. obtain new markets for American productsb. compete with foreign industriesc. provide humanitarian aid to poor nationsd. industrialize underdeveloped nations
2) Share with me one thing that you find interesting from class today. Why do you find it interesting?3) Share with me one-way in which the information from class today affects your life today.
Summary