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AP US History

Unit 1
Pre-Columbian American Society
Introduction to Native American tribesNative American tribes historyNative American tribes culture
Unit 2 • Chapter 1

What is colonialism?

Video Summary

Colonialism is a policy in which one nation subjugates another nation, often forcing their culture and language upon the local population. The motivation for colonialism could often be boiled down to three things; God, Gold and Glory. Colonialism has greatly impacted the world, in positive and negative ways.

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What was the motivation for colonialism?

Who started colonialism?

What was the first wave of colonial expansion?

What were the effects of colonialism?

What is the end of colonialism called?