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