What were the various stages in the rise of nationalist movements in Asia and the Middle East?
How did their experiences compare with the experiences of nationalist movements in the nineteenth century Europe?
Complete the following steps to develop your essay and answer the questions above:
1. Choose one country from Asia or the Middle East 1919–1939. Gather details and compare facts as you begin your
research.
2. From your research findings, choose one visual or print primary source that addresses a nationalist movement in
your selected country. Appropriate visual primary sources include posters, political cartoons, paintings, film clips, and
propaganda.
3. From your research findings, choose two appropriate scholarly sources. Your sources may include print primary
sources, which is an account, item, or data generated in the historical period by a participant or witness. Print primary
sources also include parts of speeches, debates, and newspaper editorials.
4. Draw conclusions from the comparison and the range of opinions reflected in your research. Use your research to
compare the nationalist movement in your chosen country to other nationalist movements in nineteenth century
Europe.
5. Prepare a thesis statement. Your thesis statement should offer your reader your specific insight into the outcomes
and perspectives of the country you considered.
