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1 Homework Imp-CHI #2 due tomorrow Test on Imperialism Tuesday – 25 Multiple Choice – 2 Short Answers (out of 3 choices)

2 6. Identify 3 ways British rule harmed India? British crush Indian protests, restrict Indian-owned industries (like cotton textiles/clothing). Indians are forced to produce cash crops like cotton and opium for the British Many Indians become addicted to opium British officials are racist, missionaries try to convert Hindus and Muslims in India to Christianity.

3 7. Identify 3 ways British rule benefited India: British built roads, railways, telegraph lines, and schools. “Barbaric” practices like child engagements and sati were eliminated. India learns democratic principles from the British.

4 Question to consider Was British rule more beneficial or harmful to India?

5 Aim: How was China opened up to Imperialism? (part 1) Consider: How would you feel if outsiders came into Manhasset and started selling drugs to your family, friends and neighbors? What would you do to try to prevent this from happening?

6 I. Build-up to Conflict A.Qing/Manchu Dynasty – Rules China from 1644-1911. Does not encourage foreign trade: - China doesn’t need it: Has thriving agriculture, extensive mining and manufacturing. - China sees itself as the Middle Kingdom – - British are only allowed to trade at the port of Guangzhou. China earns much more from what it sells (tea) than the British do from what they sell. How are the British going to feel about this situation?

7 I. Build-up to Conflict B. In the early 1800s, the British finally find a product the Chinese will buy in large quantities → opium (highly addictive drug). By 1835, 12 million people in China are addicted to it. What can the Chinese do to stop the sale of opium?

8 II. The Opium Wars (1839-1842) A.When Britain refuses to stop trading opium, the Chinese destroyed an opium shipment at Guangzhou. In response, the British attack Chinese port cities. Three years of war follow. B.China is defeated, forced to sign the Treaty of Nanjing (1842): - British gain the island of Hong Kong. Keep it until 1997! - Extraterritorial Rights – The British are now allowed to trade at five Chinese ports besides Guangzhou.


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