British Colonialism Source Analysis Worksheet

In this activity, students will examine the origins, motives, and consequences of British colonialism and imperialism, exploring how economic interests, political competition, and ideological justifications drove the expansion of the British Empire across the world. They will also investigate the wide-ranging effects of imperial rule on colonised peoples, from the transatlantic slave trade and economic exploitation through to the displacement of indigenous populations and the creation of nation-states whose boundaries still cause conflict today.

It has 12 questions for students to answer, as well as a paragraph response section for them to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.