Journal 54 - “The Scramble for Africa”

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SSWH15 The student will be able to describe the impact of industrialization, the rise of nationalism, and the major characteristics of worldwide imperialism.
d. Describe imperialism in Africa and Asia by comparing British policies in Africa.

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54) JOURNAL ENTRY, “The Scramble for Africa”
Essential Question #8 – What was the Berlin Conference and how did it affect Africa?
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· On the Right Side – Complete the graphic organizer “The Scramble for Africa”. Be sure to give good details on each.

· On the Left Side – Using the Link below, "What caused the Scramble for Africa," complete a written response to the following question. What caused the scramble for Africa?

The Scramble for Africa (1880-1900) was a period of rapid colonization of the African continent by European powers. But it wouldn't have happened except for the particular economic, social, and military evolution Europe was going through.

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The 'Scramble for Africa' At the end of the 18th century colonialism seemed to have become a thing of the past. Britain had lost its Thirteen Colonies in America, Spain and Portugal had lost most of South America and Holland was having difficulties holding onto the East Indies.