The Cold War and Decolonization (Day 2)

INTRODUCTION

Today we will start to look more closely at the process of decolonization that lead to the independence of Europe's colonies. Our focus today will be on Asia and Africa.

Question of the Day

What caused decolonization and what were its effects in Asia and Africa?

VOCABULARY

WHAT IS DUE TODAY?

1. Read Chapter 34 (Sections 1-3). Complete these graphic organizers to guide your reading.

   • Section 1

   • Section 2

   • Section 3

2. Be prepared for a reading quiz on Chapter 34 (Sections 1-3).

ASSESSMENTS AND ACTIVITIES

1. Lecture: Independence in Asia and Africa

2. DBQ Discussion: Next class will have a discussion responding to this prompt ("Evaluate the methods and roles of leaders and organizations in the movement for independence and change in the period between 1945 and 1975"). You'll be expected to use the documents in this DBQ to answer the question.

Work with your partner to continue preparing for this discussion.

WHAT IS DUE NEXT CLASS?

1. Read Chapter 34 (Sections 4 and 5). Complete these graphic organizers to guide your reading.

   • Section 4

   • Section 5

2. Be prepared for a reading quiz on Chapter 34 (Sections 4-5).

ENRICHMENT

Crash Course

• World War I

• Communists, Nationalists, and China's Revolutions

• World War II

• The Cold War

• Decolonization and Nationalism Triumphant

Practice DBQ

• The Cold War

• Collapse of the Soviet Union