Basic 6 · History

Impact of European Presence

Notes on Impact of European Presence for Basic 6 History. Open a topic to start.

  1. European Impact: Formal EducationIn this topic you will assess how European presence introduced formal (Western) education to Ghana and how it changed society.
  2. European Impact: Christianity and Mission WorkIn this topic you will assess how the European presence spread Christianity and how mission work affected health, language and society.
  3. European Impact: Trade, Crops and MoneyIn this topic you will assess the economic changes the European presence brought to Ghana, including new crops, cash crops, legitimate trade and new forms of money.
  4. European Impact: Infrastructure and HealthIn this topic you will assess how the European presence led to new infrastructure such as railways, roads, harbours, hospitals and communication systems.
  5. European Impact: Social and Cultural ChangesIn this topic you will assess the social and cultural changes brought about by the European presence, such as language, dress, food, architecture and town life.
  6. Assessing the European Presence: Costs and BenefitsIn this topic you will weigh the positive and negative effects of the European presence in Ghana and form a balanced judgement.