Africa After the Berlin Conference
Grade 8th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe how the Berlin Conference impacted the political boundaries of Africa and continues to affect the continent today.
Warm-Up Video
TRT Afrika · 11:49
The Berlin Conference: How Europe's Secret Deal Shattered Africa
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The Berlin Conference was a meeting of European powers that established rules for acquiring territories in Africa to avoid conflict amongst themselves.
- 2
During the Berlin Conference, European powers drew artificial lines on a map of Africa with no consideration for existing communities, cultures, or histories.
- 3
The legacy of the Berlin Conference includes ongoing issues in Africa such as fragile states, ethnic divisions, and wars.
Practice Questions
7 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe one way the Berlin Conference changed the political boundaries in Africa. Then, explain one way these changes continue to impact the continent today, according to the video.”
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