Exploring Paths of Resistance
WORLD HISTORY PROJECT1750 / LESSON 5.5 OPENEREXPLORING PATHS OF RESISTANCEUnless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Exploring Paths of Resistance,” OER Project, www.oerproject.com/1PurposeExploringdifferent kinds of resistance will help youthink about what counts, what works, and why.Process1.Match each action to the type of resistance it demonstrates by drawing a line from the action on the left to the resistance type on the right. Click hereto complete thismatchexerciseon Google Slides.ActionLeading an armed rebellionHiding local leaders or rebels from authoritiesWriting protest poetry or pamphletsForming a group to discuss independenceRefusing to speak the colonizer’s languageCreating art or theater that criticizes colonial powerDelaying work or purposely making mistakes in colonial industriesWearing traditional clothing despite colonial bansPhysical resistanceDirectly challenge or disrupt colonial powerSymbolic resistanceSend a clear message of defiance or unityCultural resistanceProtect cultural identity and traditionsEveryday resistanceQuietly resist without drawing attention
WORLD HISTORY PROJECT1750 / LESSON 5.5 OPENEREXPLORING PATHS OF RESISTANCE22.Based on your completed chart, whichtypeof resistance do you think was the riskiest?Why?3.Which type of resistance do you think was the most effective in fighting colonial rule? Why?