Overseas Expansion

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Aim: How and why did the United States take a more active role in world affairs

Do Now: Define: Imperialism

Lesson Overview:

Item Approx Time
Do Now 3-5 Min
Mini Lesson 15-20 Min
Activity 15 Min
Discussion 5-7 Min


United States Expansionism

Classwork & Homework

Lesson PowerPoint: American Overseas Expansion

Lesson Activity: Paragraph Writing.

  1. Is the U.S. considered an Imperial power if it expands influence & territory overseas? Use at least 3 examples from the lesson.
  2. Define/List any economic influence?
  3. Define/List any Social Influence?
  4. Define/List any Political Influence?

Homework: Complete Classwork Activity