Unit 8 lesson 1

Unit 8: Lesson 1 focuses on the topic of "Imperialism: Europe and Africa". In this lesson, students will learn about the European colonization of Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They will explore the motives behind European imperialism, including economic interests, political rivalries, and the belief in European racial and cultural superiority.

The lesson will also cover significant events and figures related to European imperialism in Africa, such as the Berlin Conference, King Leopold II of Belgium's colonization of the Congo, and resistance movements led by African leaders like Samori Touré and Menelik II.

Students will gain an understanding of the impact of European imperialism on Africa, including the exploitation of African resources, the imposition of European political systems and cultural practices, and the eventual rise of African nationalist movements seeking independence.

Throughout the lesson, students will engage in various activities, including readings, discussions, and analysis of primary and secondary sources, to deepen their understanding of this period in history.