Primary Source Questions Chapter 24

According to Labouchére what drives the imperial project? Do either make the better case for the causes and effects of Western imperialism? Why?

"The white man's burden." Labouchére because he sees the truth.

How do images such as these portray Arabs? How would they help spread Orientalist stereotypes?

Arabs are savage and different in a bad way. Its seems uncivilized and backwards.

Why would nativist arguments win popular support in the late nineteenth century?

Because there are more of them.

According to Lin, why did China move against the drug trade, and why should Queen Victoria help?

China moved against the drug trade because it angered the Gods and ruined the peace. She should help by granting him permission to kill.

What, exactly, is the "white man's burden"? What are the costs and rewards of undertaking the "civilizing mission"?

Encouragement for U.S. occupation of the Philippines in the aftermath of the Spanish-American War.

What means does Labouchére use to mock Kipling's poem?

He lists alike why the white man do everything for "freedom".

What measures does Yamagata advocate? Why? What lessons does he draw from Europe?

He wants every young male adult to be drafted into military service because it helps the country in the long run. He learns that the army is a system and not every solider is in service 24/7.

What similarities and differences do you see in the situations and the thinking of Lin and Yamagata?

One similarity is they both want things to change and they want it to happen as soon as possible. One difference is that Lin wants to lead with a heavy hand while Yamagata doesn't.

How did Loge's understanding of race drive his enthusiasm for immigration restrictions?

That in the past lower races have brought the country down.

What do these representations reveal about western fascination with Islamic lifestyles and gender roles? How accurate do you think you are?

The interests on how women are treated. They're are stereotype.

Are its assertions for the legitimacy of "westernization" outdated, or do they still have resonance in today's global world?

They're outdated but people blindly still use them today.