Globalization and Imperialism Study
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Globalization and Imperialism Study

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What does the term 'eurocentrism' primarily refer to in the context of colonial history?

  • The idea that all cultures are equally significant without bias.
  • The perspective that emphasizes European culture and history as central to global development. (correct)
  • The belief in the superiority of Eastern cultures over Western cultures.
  • A focus on non-European civilizations and their contributions.

    • Which form of imperialism is primarily characterized by direct control over a territory and its governance?

  • Cultural imperialism
  • Neocolonialism
  • Economic imperialism
  • Colonial imperialism (correct)

    • How does ethno-imperialism differ from traditional imperialism?

  • Traditional imperialism does not involve any cultural aspects.
  • Ethno-imperialism is concerned with cultural superiority and racial hierarchies. (correct)
  • Ethno-imperialism includes the invasion of multiple territories.
  • Ethno-imperialism focuses exclusively on economic dominance.

    • What potential legacy of historical globalization might contemporary society face?

    <p>Persistent inequalities rooted in past colonial practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the concept of 'modernism' in relation to historical globalization?

    <p>An emphasis on scientific progress and rational thought, often linked to colonial agendas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of imperialism focuses on direct control over the local government and administration?

    <p>Direct Imperialism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of economic imperialism?

    <p>Extraction of resources and wealth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Eurocentrism manifest in the context of history?

    <p>By prioritizing European culture and history as the standard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did colonialism impact the nations subjected to imperialism?

    <p>Cultural erasure and economic exploitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example best illustrates cultural imperialism?

    <p>Spread of Western education and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about the effects of imperialism?

    <p>It led to economic growth in colonized nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of imperialism often relies on indirect control through local elites?

    <p>Indirect Imperialism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge for those analyzing the impact of imperialism in history?

    <p>Focusing on a single narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event led to the main change in the division of Canada between two countries?

    <p>The Treaty of Paris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Canada becoming a British colony primarily affect French settlers?

    <p>They faced restrictions on their cultural practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the Proclamation of 1763?

    <p>To regulate westward expansion and relations with Indigenous peoples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group was primarily impacted by the creation of the CPR (Canadian Pacific Railway)?

    <p>Indigenous peoples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the initial relationship between Europeans and Indigenous peoples in Canada?

    <p>Cooperative due to mutual needs for survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose did the Numbered Treaties serve during European settlement in Canada?

    <p>To ensure land ownership for European settlers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which historical period did France begin permanent colonies in Canada?

    <p>The Age of Historical Globalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best captures a consequence of European settlement in Canada?

    <p>Competition for resources led to strife with Indigenous populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Questions for Study

    • To what extent should contemporary society respond to the legacies of historical globalization?
    • What is the relationship between imperialism, ethnocentrism, and eurocentrism?
    • What is paternalism?
    • Relate "The White Man's Burden" to ethno/eurocentrism, paternalism, and imperialism
    • What is the British Raj?
    • What types of imperialism do we see in India? Provide one example for each
    • Why is India sometimes used as a case study showing a positive side of imperialism?
    • Positional Papers:
      • Overall, very well done; restate the quote in your own words, be descriptive.
      • Argument
      • Provide case evidence and explain the evidence.
      • It is not a history paper. Strong papers had about 2 points of evidence that were directly linked to globalization and explained.
      • Use social terminology.
      • Strong papers restated their topic sentence/thesis statement within their paragraph.
      • Highlight your argument, case evidence, and explanation.
    • British and French Rule in Canada:
      • Historically, how was Canada divided (between countries/where)? Why did this change? (War/battle/treaty)
      • How did Canada becoming a British colony affect French settlers? Why? (Look for buzz words)
      • What was the goal and outcome of the Proclamation of 1763 and the Quebec Act?
      • Why was the CPR created? Who did this impact (multiple groups!)? Why?
    • Changing Relationships Over Time:
      • When Europeans first arrived in Canada, they needed to cooperate with the Indigenous peoples in order to survive and trade.
      • Fur Trade - Needed Indigenous peoples as a guide.
      • How to get food?
      • Medicine - Pine trees to treat scurvy.
      • When it became time for the Europeans to settle, they began to compete with the Indigenous peoples.
      • Limited Resources
      • Who gets to live on the land? Who has access to the food and water?
      • Finally, once the Europeans were settled and powerful, they coerced the First Nations people to sign treaties.
      • Numbered Treaties
      • Indian Act
    • Imperialism at Home:
      • France was the first European country to begin permanent colonies in Canada during the age of historical globalization.
      • Due to their focus on the fur trade, relationships with the First Nations in the East were generally cooperative.
      • French settlers began to establish their own identities and became the Acadians and Canadiens of New France.
      • Connect to the present: where do you see the identities of French settlers reflected in Canada today?
      • The British were also very interested in the fur trade in Canada, though they began to colonize Canada after the French and focused on the Hudson’s Bay area.
    • The Seven Years War:
      • Competition over the fur trade and claiming land eventually led to war between the French and British in Canada.
      • The war ended with the Treaty of Paris, which made New France into a British colony.
    • Proclamation of 1763:
      • Created by the British government in Canada and took away the rights of Canadiens.
      • Voting rights
      • Land rights
      • The hope, was that Canadiens would give up their French identity in order to regain these rights.
    • Quebec Act of 1774:
      • When the American colonies started the War of Independence, Britain did not want to risk the Canadiens fighting for the Americans.
      • Guaranteed rights
        • Language
        • Religion
        • Civil law (legal rights)
    • Durham Report -1839:
      • "The Canadiens are ignorant and uncultured."
    • The Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR):
      • After becoming a country in 1867, Canada sought to expand its borders West.
      • As more immigrants migrated to Canada, this expansion became necessary.
      • This railway also was seen as a contribution to British military and naval strength.
    • Indigenous Land:
      • Long before the arrival of Europeans, Turtle Island (North America) was home to millions of First Nations Peoples who lived in thousands of distinct societies.
    • Numbered Treaties:
      • Map of the Numbered Treaties which affect Alberta
    • Treaty Making:
      • Nation: a large body of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language, inhabiting a particular country or territory.
      • Sovereignty: the authority of a state to govern itself or another state.
      • First Nations: sacred agreements between two nations.
      • British: actually acknowledged the First Nations were nations equal to them.
      • However, this was not how Europeans acted.
      • Translators sometimes struggled to convey meanings not shared between cultures.
    • The Indian Act:
      • Defined who was considered "Indian."
      • Set out laws about how Natives and reserves were to be "dealt with."
      • Appointed Indian Agents to take charge of individual reserves and band councils.
      • Traditional governments were replaced by band councils who had little power.
      • An Aboriginal woman who married a non-Aboriginal man was no longer classified as an Aboriginal.
      • Inhabitants of reserves could not own their own houses or land.
      • Denied women status
      • Introduced residential schools
      • Created reserves
      • Renamed individuals with European names
      • Restricted First Nations from leaving reserve without permission from an Indian Agent
      • Prohibited sale of ammunition to First Nations
      • Forbade First Nations from forming political organizations
      • Forbade First Nations from speaking their native language
      • Forbade First Nations from practicing their traditional religion
      • Forbade western First Nations from appearing in any public dance, show, exhibition, stampede or pageant wearing traditional regalia
    • Reserves
      • The Indian Act required all First Nation People to live on reserves established by the government.
      • By moving First Nation Peoples away from white society, what was the government of Canada trying to accomplish?
    • Additional Questions:
      • What were implications of The Indian Act towards the Indigenous Peoples?
      • What is the Proclamation of 1763?
      • How did the Quebec Act of 1774 come to be?

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