Please look at the complete projection of the cartoon uncle sam watches over cuba and the philippines. American imperialism terms to know term definition 1. New imperialism 1884 1914 european countries take over. Scramble for africa political cartoon analysis and worksheet with reading. Ch1 imperialism in africa worksheet 3 the scramble for africa scramble cartoon answer the following questions based on the scramble for africa cartoon 1. The goal of a political cartoonist is to try to influence the viewer to a particular viewpoint and predispose him or her to a particular action. Cartoons and conquest gallery 7 1 dedicated to helen caubalejo toribio 1954 2004 the late 1890s and early 1900s were the heyday of mass circulation newspapers in expanding american cities. This list of words can be used by students to create political cartoons about the philippineamerican war in the activity create a cartoon of the philippineamerican war. What has changed and what role did the us play in bringing about this change. Source american social history projectcenter for media and learning, 2011. Us imperialism cartoon analysis worksheet worksheet for. A lesson for antiexpansionists showing how uncle sam had been an expansionist first, last, and all the time victor gillam, judge, 1899. American imperialism political cartoon analysis questions. The tentacles are spreading imperialism to countries like name countries.
Each group member should take upon themselves one analyst role smaller groups can combine the visual and language analyst roles. The symbols, names and characters in cartoon number one are used to portray american imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Imperialism cartoon, 1898 facing history and ourselves. According to the cartoon, which european countries were fighting for a position in africa.
John bull from england is represented in this cartoon in the shape of an octopus. Imperialism and expansion at the turn of the 19th century 11th grade carly dodd. This cartoon should illustrate the imperialistic tendencies the world had prior to the war. War ruled militarily from 18981900 1900 foraker actgave the president of the u. Study the political cartoon for 23 minutes, and describe any significant people, objects, and words shown. It is being divided between caricatures of queen victoria of britain, william ii of germany who is squabbling with queen victoria over a borderland piece, while he thrusts. Political cartoons are drawings with a partisan message for viewers about what they should think or do politically. Us imperialism practice questions base your answers to questions 3 and 4 on the cartoon below and on your knowledge of social studies. Swbat analyze late 19th century and early 20th century expansionism in order to determine the extend to which it was a continuation of past united states expansionism.
Editorial cartoons 16 without publishing information for students preassessment. American imperialism is a term that refers to the economic, military, and cultural influence of the united states internationally. And of emperors, the qing official observes powerlessly as a pastry representing china is divided up by queen victoria of the united kingdom, kaiser wilhem ii of germany, czar nicholas ii of russia, and a samurai of japan. Us imperialism political cartoon worksheet with answer key.
Teachers should use these questions to facilitate a prelesson discussion. The resource provides an opportunity for an objective and subjective viewpoint and encourages the reader to make observations about the objects, people, words, actions, and composition of the. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Orado colorado primary sources quick observation skills. Explain who andor what is being represented in the cartoon. Orado colorado primary sources quick observation skills are. Essential question x how did global competition motivate the united states to become a world power. In this french political cartoon from 1898, titled china the cake of kings. Have students look at cartoon number seven and discuss the following questions. The resource provides an opportunity for an objective and subjective viewpoint and encourages the reader to make observations about the objects, people, words, actions, and composition of the picture. What did this author say was the cause of imperialism. This is the divine mission of america, and it holds for us all the profit, all the glory, all the happiness possible to man.
As a class, we will discuss and complete part 2 of the worksheet. Today we will be furthering our academic conversation regarding imperialism by examining political cartoons of the period. Write down what you think the message of the cartoon is. How can these symbols, names and characters be changed in order to make the cartoon relevant to current american foreign policy. Students will be able to analyze primary source documents. Impact of imperialism political cartoon project world history your students will be engaged in this fun and interactive activity. Finish imperialism primary documents friday, december 7 spanishamerican war notes. Select a political cartoon about us imperialism and complete this analysis worksheet. Materials see attached the battle hymn of the republic, updated by mark twain usa imperialism, 1898 political cartoon what the united states has fought for political cartoon. To fully understand the concept of imperialism prior to wwi, the students create a political cartoon. Students will draw their own pro or anti imperialism cartoon and also find 3 quotes on imperialism. According to this cartoon, which european countries. Anti imperialism cartoon there are a wealth of cartoons on the subject of imperialism, both in favor and against.
Define american imperialism key points the late nineteenth century was known as the age of imperialism, a time when the united states and other major world powers rapidly expanded their territorial possessions. Imperialism political cartoon analysis chartpolitical cartoon title identify the. Contains at least three of the persuasive techniques discussed in class illustrates an economic, cultural, or political advantage or disadvantage. Political cartoon worksheet philippine war political cartoons u. According to this cartoon, which european countries were.
This us imperialism cartoon analysis worksheet worksheet is suitable for 6th 12th grade. Impact of imperialism political cartoon project world. United states imperialism political cartoon worksheet and answer key students will use a political cartoon to answer questions on us imperialism subjects. What meaning does the title give to the illustration. This imperialism political cartoon assessment lesson plan is suitable for 7th 12th grade. Advances in typesetting and color printing made it possible to print massive runs of lowpriced newspapers and magazines. The policy by a stronger nation to attempt to create an empire by dominating weaker nations economically, politically, culturally, or militarily. Start imperialism primary documents and questions thursday, december 6 imperialism in china and japan. Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. Imperialism political cartoon assessment lesson plan for 7th. This worksheet helps students analyze any cartoon about u. Brtish imperialism robbed india of its natural resources 11. Imperialism political cartoon analysis chart pages 1 18.
Imperialism political cartoon assessment lesson plan for. Imperialism is the practice of forming and maintaining an empire. Students will be asked to analyze the cartoon hurray for imperialism and they are to write about whether the cartoon is pro or anti imperialism. How is this quote an example of the growing sense of nationalism in europe at this time. Common images in favor depict the conquered as children who need guidance from a wise parent nation. The political cartoon has a very subjective viewpoint. Students will be able to work cooperatively in groups. Give two examples of imperialism that we have studied. Antiimperialism cartoon teachers blog, history teachers. American imperialism enduring understanding at the beginning of the 20th century, competition for economic, political, and military power brought the united states into international conflict. A coaling station for steamships, cape town, south africa. Partners will work together to create political cartoons of both the negative and positive effects of imperialism around the globe. The cartoons in this packet are from three magazines puck, time, and harpers weekly. How did the berlin conference lead to the situation shown in this cartoon.
United states imperialism political cartoon worksheet and answer key students will use a political cartoon to answer questions on us imperialism. Antiimperialism cartoon there are a wealth of cartoons on the subject of imperialism, both in favor and against. They will need to explain why they feel this is the point of view show 10 points 3. This political cartoon is showing the leaders of the united kingdom, germany, russia, france, and japan dividing up a pie, which represents china there is a qing in the background throwing his hands up to try and stop them but he is powerless.
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