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Stop westward expansion! The quick activity delves into the past to understand the petition against the annexation of Hawaii by the United States. Scholars analyze the petition to understand why native Hawaiians were against the annexation of their islands state. They complete a worksheet and participate in group discussion to understand the impact of the event.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Compare American and British Imperialism
- Create a visual timeline of events leading to the annexation of Hawaii
Classroom Considerations
- The activity requires Internet access
Pros
- The short length of the activity makes it easy to incorporate into a lesson
- Activity works as a group exercise or individually
Cons
- None