U1L1 Nation and Identity

Lesson

RESOURCES

Watch the following short introduction to nationalism...

Read and refer to Chapter One as your resource for completing this lesson's assignment.

LESSON

Nation A group of people who recognize common characteristics that make them different from other people, and work together to achieve common goals.
Nation-state An internationally recognized sovereign nation that has a distinct geographical boundary and political system.

Consider the following questions while watching "Rick's Rant' - Quebec as a Nation (NOTE: you do not have to agree or disagree with Rick Mercer)
What are some concepts of nation?
What are some understandings of nation?
How can nation be understood as a civic nation?
How do people express their identity through nation?

Watch the first part of the following video on Nationalism

http://study.com/academy/lesson/how-nationalism-impacts-world-politics.html

TERMS

nation-state
international
patriotism
ethnic
self-determination
sovereignty
civic nation
ethnic nationalism
national affiliation