Legacy of the British Empire
Students will evaluate the lasting impacts of the British Empire on both Britain and its former colonies, considering both positive and negative legacies.
Key Questions
- Analyze the enduring economic and political legacies of the British Empire on former colonies.
- Explain how the Empire shaped modern British identity and multiculturalism.
- Evaluate the extent to which the British Empire's legacy is still felt in the world today.
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