1. BELLWORK 11/6 1.What is imperialism? 2.What was the purpose of the Monroe Doctrine? 3.How were religion and race used to justify U.S. expansionism? 4.Explain the realist/practical approach to U.S. expansionism. 5.List three economic justifications for US expansionism. 6.THINKER: To what extent do powerful countries have an obligation to ensure the stability of the global economy?

2. Rudyard Kipling and “The White Man’s Burden” One important author from the time period was Rudyard Kipling. His most famous poem, The White Man’s Burden (1899), changed the political/social climate of the time. For this activity, you are going to read about him, as well as his poem, and answer the following……. 1.According to Kipling, what was the “white man’s burden?” 2.Summarize the message/meaning of Kipling’s poem. 3.How did Kipling’s poem justify imperialism at the time? 4.With regards to origin, purpose, and content, analyze the values and limitations of the source.

3. US Expansionism & Imperialism Today you will focus more specifically on the emergence of the U.S. as the dominant power in the Americas. You will read about five philosophers/historians and primary sources that explain their justifications for U.S. expansion. Several of their ideas were adopted into US policy and ideology during the period. These ideas were even used to justify US takeover of Hawaii, Alaska, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. For each source, analyze OPCVL! Great practice!

4. U.S. Expansionism The class will be divided into five groups. Each group will study one famous politician/historian/philosopher and their specific viewpoint. Herbert Spencer Francis Galton Goldwin Smith Josiah Strong Alfred Thayer Mahan

5. Requirements for groups….. Read about the background of your person Read an excerpt from one of their sources Be ready to explain to the class: – Meaning/message of the source – How they justify U.S. expansionism – Why/how this source is valuable – Why/how this source is limited Pose a discussion question to the class about your topic/person/reading/argument

6. BELLWORK 11/9 1.Explain Herbert Spencer’s justifications for expansionism. 2.What is eugenics? Which philosopher advocated this? 3.Who was Goldwin Smith? What did he propose? Why? 4.Describe the similarities in viewpoints between John Fiske and Josiah Strong. 5.Explain the political justifications for expansion. 6.THINKER: As you know the Monroe Doctrine sought to decrease European influence in the Americas. In your opinion, what interests might France, Great Britain, and Russia have in Latin America? How realistic were the fears of the United States?

7. Puck Magazine; 1901 School Begins. Uncle Sam (to his new class in Civilization). Now, children, you've got to learn these lessons whether you want to or not! But just take a look at the class ahead of you, and remember that, in a little while, you will feel as glad to be here as they are!