Topic 6.2 SAQs

SAQ 1 (No Stimulus)

A. Identify ONE method of state expansion from 1750–1900.
B. Explain ONE way that method increased state power.
C. Provide ONE example of a state that used this method.

SAQ 2 (Stimulus-Based)

Stimulus: Berlin Conference excerpt from the lesson.

A. Identify ONE goal of the agreement.
B. Explain ONE way the agreement reflects diplomatic expansion.
C. Explain ONE consequence of this agreement for Africa.

SAQ 3 (Stimulus-Based)

Stimulus: Polk message excerpt from the lesson.

A. Identify ONE justification Polk gives for war.
B. Explain ONE way this reflects expansionist policy.
C. Explain ONE result of this conflict.

SAQ 4 (Comparative)

A. Identify ONE similarity between U.S. and Russian expansion.
B. Identify ONE difference between European overseas empires and land-based empires.
C. Explain ONE reason for this difference.

SAQ 5 (Causation/CCOT)

A. Identify ONE change in imperial expansion from earlier periods.
B. Identify ONE continuity in expansion methods.
C. Explain ONE cause of increased state control in this period.