East India Company Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will explore the history of the British East India Company, from its origins as a trading entity to its eventual role as a dominant colonial power in India. They will also delve into the company's interactions with the Mughal Empire, its economic and political strategies, and the lasting impact it had on India's history and culture. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:

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East India Company Reading Questions.doc
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Step 2: Answer the questions by reading the following webpage:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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East India Company Research Worksheet.do
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