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The White Man's Burden in the Berlin Conference: Dividing Africa without Violence

This cartoon, titled "The White Man's Burden," depicts the impact of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 in dividing up Africa among European nations. It explores whether the cartoon supports or responds to the poem. Participants engage in imperialism role play, negotiating for territory and making deals, while discussion questions prompt reflection on the consequences of excluding African input.

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The White Man's Burden in the Berlin Conference: Dividing Africa without Violence

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  1. Warm-up #37 • This cartoon is also titled “The White Man’s Burden.” Is it supporting the poem or responding to it? What do you see in the cartoon?

  2. The Berlin Conference Workbook pg. 12

  3. Berlin Conference • When: 1884-1885 in Berlin, Germany • Goal: Divide up the continent of Africa without violence • Countries represented: Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, France, Portugal, Spain, Italy

  4. Imperialism Role Play • Complete # 1 • Pay strict attention to what areas you want • Complete # 2 • Look for other areas you may want that are valuable.

  5. Directions • Negotiate for the most territory as you can • Ask for more than you want • Make deals • Follow your Role Cards

  6. Berlin Conference Discussion Questions • a. What problems did you face and have to deal with? • b. How did you feel once you had accomplished dividing up Africa? Are you pleased with the outcome? Why or why not? • c. How much time did you spend talking about what was best for the African people? Why? • d. What problems do you think resulted because they did not consult any Africans in the process?

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