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CHINA
China Intro
Overview Reading and QuestionsOn Schoology
River Valley ChartUse China PowerPoint to complete
Pan-Gu: Mythical Creator of the
Universe
Pan-Gu: Mythical Creator of the
Universe
Ancient China River: Along the Huang He (Yellow) & Chang Jiang (Yangtze)
Rivers Government: Dynasties and the Mandate of Heaven
Mandate of Heaven: Settlements and Buildings: Wood Buildings Religion: Polytheism and Oracle Bones
Oracle Bones: Answers from the gods Family: central to Chinese life
Thought dead ancestors could impact the living Economy: Agriculture Inventions/Science: Silk (traded along the Silk Road with other
civilizations); exposing the secret of making silk was punishable by deathSilk Road: 4,000 mile major ancient trade route connecting Persia to
China Writing System: Symbol Writings
Yellow River Civilization
Yellow River Civilization
Oracle Bones
scapula from an ox
turtle shell
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Ancient Chinese pictographic language on paper and bamboo.
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Mandate of Heaven
Belief that an emperor ruled by divine right, but if he lost his throne it was proof that the gods no longer favored him
ChinaMakes for a great justification when you take over, doesn’t it?
Shang Dynasty (~1700-1027BC) Earliest known Chinese dynasty Known for accomplishments in
astronomy and oracle bones Succeeded by the Zhou
Zhou Dynasty (~1030-221BC) Longest ruling Chinese dynasty (over 800 years) Known for the development of Confucianism Also known for:
Expanded EmpireFeudal systemDecline & Civil War dev.Achievements: Improved Roads, crossbow,
expand trade, cavalry used, Coinage, Writing system
3 Ethical Systems/Schools of Thought
1. Confucianism 2. Daoism 3. Legalism
Confucius Quotes An oppressive government is more to be feared than a tiger. And remember, no matter where you go, there you are. Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a
day in your life. Faced with what is right, to leave it undone shows a lack of
courage. Never give a sword to a man who can't dance Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every
time we fall. To see the right and not to do it is cowardice When anger rises, think of the consequences Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.
Confucianism Created by Kung Fu Tzu (Confucius) Stressed filial piety—respect your parents and authority!
Confucius believed that society functioned best if everyone respected laws and behaved according to their positions.
Know your role and do it well! Ideas of meritocracy—rule by the deserving
Confucius taught that government officials should not use family connections to get their positions. The officials should instead earn their jobs through education and talent. ○ Led to the establishment of the Imperial Examination
System —anyone can be an Imperial Officer by passing a test!Ticked off the nobles
Spread through trade to Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia
Examination System Schools established to prepare for
examinations Examination topics:
Reading and WritinghistorylawliteratureConfucian philosophy
- reverence, generosity, truthfulness, diligence, kindness
Taoism (Daoism)
Developed by Lao Tzu Chinese philosophy Focus on nature, “flow” with the universe
Only humans argue Yin and Yang, balance Major Text: Tao Te Ching http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qMg
4G3IcZc&feature=related
Qin Dynasty (221-206) Qin Shi Huangdi, “First emperor”
Only major powerhouse emperor Unified China
Central government supreme over the noblesBook Burning—turn away from the past, claim
Mandate of Heaven Against Confucianism—turned to Legalism Built Great Wall of China-to keep out invaders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXKZicmIwiM
Terracotta Army
Legalism Meant to support the rulers rather than the
people like Confucianism and Taoism Called for a public law code that all knew;
secret police to enforce the law; and a strong position of ruler
Helps develop a strong central government
SIMILAR TO WHAT OTHER LAW CODE WE HAVE DISCUSSED??
Unit 1 Scrapbook Add China to your Keynote Scrapbook
Pictures and Captions Include:
Polytheism and Oracle BonesMandate of HeavenZhou DynastyQin Dynasty
○ Legalism○ Shi Huangdi
Confucianism○ Filial Piety○ Examination System
Creation Myth Activity