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3 Things I Learned...

          I learned about the evolution of expansion ideals from Glory, God and Gold to Commerce, Christianity, and Civilization.

         I learned about the different types of control that were exhibited and the effects it had (for example, Asia was raised up, while Africa was suppressed)

         I learned the difference between a protectorate, a colony, a sphere of influence, and economic imperialism, and how to apply those terms to modern times as well as the past.


2 Things That Interested Me...

          It was really neat to learn about the different justifications for imperialism, such as egocentrism and such. It's funny to think that entire countries can become so full of themselves that they truly believe their way is the only right way, and it's also good to learn the pros and cons that come out of thinking like that.

          I liked learning about the different types of imperial conquests and the forms that they can take. I hadn't really understood any of that before, but it's very clear now, and it's cool to be able to apply that knowledge.


1 Question I Still Have...

          What was the 'white man's burden' exactly? I understand the basics of what it entailed, but I really want to know exactly what Mr. Kipling was thinking of when he wrote it.