The Sign of the Four Lesson Plan

Colonialism and Imperialism in The Sign of the Four

Kind of Activity:

Individual Writing

Objective:

Gain a stronger understanding of colonialism and imperialism.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.2, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.6

Structure:

Your class might not have an extensive understanding of what colonialism and imperialism are, not to mention the British Empire’s history of both. Start by equipping students with a basic definition of each term (you may encourage them to look up their dictionary definitions as a place to start!). One informative and accessible resource might be these Crash Course World History videos, which give a brief history of...