The Overthrow of Queen Liliʻuokalani and the Annexation of Hawaii
Ted Ganung
Email: eganung@schools.nyc.gov
Renaissance School of the Arts
🌺 WebQuest: The Overthrow of Queen Liliʻuokalani and the Annexation of Hawaii
🧭 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to your WebQuest on the overthrow of Queen Liliʻuokalani and the annexation of Hawaii! In this exploration, you will learn about a significant chapter in Hawaiian history that has had lasting effects on the Native Hawaiian population. In the late 19th century, Queen Liliʻuokalani, the last reigning monarch of Hawaii, was overthrown, leading to Hawaii's annexation by the United States. This series of events resulted in serious challenges for native Hawaiians, including the loss of their sovereignty, the erosion of their rich culture, and disruptions in their social structures. Organizations like the Bishop Museum or the Hawaiian Historical Society would be deeply involved in this work, striving to educate the public and support cultural preservation.
As you embark on this journey, you will investigate the reasons behind these events, the impact they had on Hawaiian society, and why understanding this history is important today. Get ready to dive into an important story that shapes the identity of Hawaii and its people!
Watch a video of me (Ted Ganung) playing the intro to Aloha Oe on Ukulele by QueenLiliʻuokalani and speaking about her legacy click here to watch
Watch Video The Overthrow of Queen
Liliʻuokalani
TASK
Create
a Multimedia Presentation
You will work in small groups to create a multimedia presentation that explains:
●
Key
historical events of the overthrow and annexation
●
The
motivations behind U.S. actions
●
The
consequences for Hawaiians
●
Your
evaluation of U.S. policy and its effects
Your final project may be created using Google Slides, video software, or another creative tool. Be sure to include visuals, quotes, and primary sources.
PROCESS
📌 Step 1: Identify the Problem
● Research the Overthrow and Annexation:
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Read about Queen Liliʻuokalani's story:
Queen Liliʻuokalani -
Smithsonian Women's History
○ 🔗 Modified Text:
Google Doc with Modified
Text
○ 🎥 Watch Video:
YouTube Video on the Overthrow
📌 Step 2: Gather the Evidence
● 📜 Read Queen
Liliʻuokalani's Letter to President McKinley (June 17, 1897):
Letter Text
● 🔗 Modified Text:
Google Doc with Modified
Text
● 📄 Complete This Worksheet
After Reading the Text:
Worksheet Link
📌 Step 3: Determine Causes
● 🔗 Read the Article on
History.com:
Americans Overthrow
Hawaiian Monarchy
● 🔗 Step-by-Step Causes
Document:
Google Doc on Causes
● 📄 Complete the Worksheet:
Causes Worksheet
📌 Step 4: Evaluate the Policy
● 📄 Complete the Evaluation
Worksheet:
Evaluation Worksheet
📌 Step 5: Create Your Multimedia Presentation
● Use tools like Google Slides or video editing software to present your findings. Your presentation should cover:
○ Identify Problems
○ Gather Evidence
○ Determine Causes
○ Evaluate the Policy and make suggestions
● Include pictures of Hawaii and Queen Liliʻuokalani, and consider adding music by the Queen.
EVALUATION
CONCLUSION
Reflect on what you learned through this project. Consider how the historical events you studied connect to modern issues of sovereignty and cultural preservation. How might this knowledge influence your perspective on similar issues today?
📚 Standards Addressed
Social Studies:
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Analyze
historical events and their impacts on cultures and societies.
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Understand
the role of imperialism in U.S. history.
Language Arts:
●
Use
multimedia to develop and present information clearly and effectively.
● Cite sources and support opinions with evidence.
