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