Week 8

Lecture/Seminar: Colonial Korea

• DQ#7, Under the Black Umbrella, Part II is due.
• Summary #8: Part I of Under the Black Umbrella.
• Summary #9: Part II of Under the Black Umbrella.

DQ #7 (Part II of Under the Black Umbrella)

Choose 3 chapters to analyze in Part II of Under the Black Umbrella (The 3 do not need to be consecutive). Identify the diversity of experiences told throughout part I. Based on your reading, what was lifelike in Korea at this time? What were some of the people’s responses to Japanese control? What hardships did Koreans endure? What new opportunities did they have? Overall, how did colonization affect Korea?  How did it shape Koreans’ perceptions of themselves and their nation? What are your thoughts on Part II?

Colonization of Korea