Chapter 11 sections 1&2

Have Sections 1 and 2 of chapter 11 read by next week.

Imperialism in Africa Timeline

African Imperialism Timeline

Create a timeline of the following events. For each event include an explanation of what happened and why it is important to European imperialism in Africa. Include a sketch or a drawing for each. (2 pts. Each). Begin by finding the date and significance for each event and putting the events in order on a separate sheet of paper. Next build your timeline using the information from your notes.

1. Henry Stanley explores Central Africa

2. Belgium assumes control of Congo

3. Discovery of diamonds in South Africa

4. Berlin Conference

5. Cetshwayo leads the Zulus

6. Dutch establish “East Indies”

7. British take over control of Cape Colony

8. Boer War

Section 2

9. Maji Maji Rebellion

10. Menelik II becomes emperor

Include battle of Adowa

DUE Thursday 12/9