Economic Imperialism

The focuses of these topics are on export economies and how states expanded their power by enacting a system of economic imperialism.  An export economy depends on exporting raw materials and/or cash crops.  They focus less on developing their own domestic products and rely on purchasing finished goods from other countries.  Often, export economies are colonies or newly independent nations. 

To put this concept into context, remember what else is going on in the world at this point (Modern Era, 1750-1900).  We have growing populations, requiring more food.  We have industrialization occuring, both providing some of the food needed by the populations and also requiring more and more raw materials and markets for their goods.  Additionally, we see imperialism in action - industrialized nations are taking over other lands and using them to fuel their needs for raw materials and for markets to sell their products.

Task: With a partner, complete the following organizer below. Please utilize the links provided to answer the questions associated with each event and resource.