History Homework Help

The “Scramble for Africa” is the most striking example of the European rush for empire and new territories. Trace the history of imperialism in Africa, being sure to identify the key developments and events.

How did it epitomize the New Imperialism?

What were the Europeans after in Africa?

How did this affect the people who were already there?

Chapter 25 

What was the concept of “Total War”?  Discuss the idea and how it affected both civilians and soldiers.

Please see the attached rubric for grading of discussions.  Let me know if you have any questions.

Chapter 27

There are many topics that could be discussed in this chapter covering World War II.  We are going to look at the rise of Adolf Hitler and Nationalism in Germany during this period. Here are your questions:

1. What is Nationalism?  

2. How did Hitler use it rise to power?

3. What was the Holocaust and how does this fit with Hitler’s plan for minorities such as Jews and Gypsies?

4. Do you think that something like this could ever happen again?

Chapter 26

What was the Great Depression?  What were the causes of the Great Depression?  Discuss at least 3 responses to the Depression from countries around the world.

Please see the attached rubric for grading of discussions.  Let me know if you have any questions.