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What is the primary factor that contributed to the development of early Chinese civilization?
What is the primary factor that contributed to the development of early Chinese civilization?
- Geography and climate (correct)
- Geography
- Mandate of Heaven
- Climate
Why did historians of the Shang Dynasty want to make people believe that Jie existed?
Why did historians of the Shang Dynasty want to make people believe that Jie existed?
- To prove their connection to the Mandate of Heaven
- To justify their rule
- To show the power of the common farmer
- To create a sense of continuity with earlier rulers (correct)
What was the main contribution of the Shang Dynasty to Chinese civilization?
What was the main contribution of the Shang Dynasty to Chinese civilization?
- Creation of a single Chinese culture (correct)
- Unification of China
- Establishment of the Mandate of Heaven
- Development of a centralized government
What was the significance of the Mandate of Heaven in Chinese history?
What was the significance of the Mandate of Heaven in Chinese history?
Why were the nobles unhappy with the idea that a common farmer was the real ruler of China?
Why were the nobles unhappy with the idea that a common farmer was the real ruler of China?
What was the main contribution of the Zhou Dynasty to Chinese civilization?
What was the main contribution of the Zhou Dynasty to Chinese civilization?
What is the primary purpose of the timeline activity in this lesson?
What is the primary purpose of the timeline activity in this lesson?
What is the primary goal of having students create timelines of Ancient China?
What is the primary goal of having students create timelines of Ancient China?
What type of contributions should students annotate and illustrate on their timelines?
What type of contributions should students annotate and illustrate on their timelines?
What is the purpose of the 'What If' activity?
What is the purpose of the 'What If' activity?
How do students typically share their ideas in the 'What If' activity?
How do students typically share their ideas in the 'What If' activity?
What is a common theme in early Chinese philosophy?
What is a common theme in early Chinese philosophy?
What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting early Chinese philosophers?
What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting early Chinese philosophers?
Why is it important to have students present their timelines and explain their illustrations?
Why is it important to have students present their timelines and explain their illustrations?
What is the primary benefit of having students create a visual representation of Ancient China's history and contributions?
What is the primary benefit of having students create a visual representation of Ancient China's history and contributions?
Study Notes
Early Settlement and Development of Chinese Civilization
- Early Chinese civilization developed in the Huang-He River Valley.
- Climate played a crucial role in the development of early Chinese civilization, in addition to geography.
Key Terms and Concepts
- Huang He: The river valley where early Chinese civilization developed.
- Yangtze River: A significant river in China.
- Mandate of Heaven: A concept used to justify the rule of Chinese dynasties.
- Shang Dynasty: A Chinese dynasty that existed from approximately 1600 to 1046 BCE.
- Zhou Dynasty: A Chinese dynasty that existed from approximately 1046 to 256 BCE.
- Confucius: A influential Chinese philosopher.
Development of China's Civilization until the Zhou Dynasty
- The Shang Dynasty's accomplishments helped China become one culture.
- The Zhou Dynasty contributed to the unity of China by establishing a feudal system and promoting the use of iron tools.
Important Events and Contributions
- The Shang Dynasty's historians wanted to make sure people believed that King Jie existed to justify their own rule.
- The nobles were unhappy to hear that a common farmer was the real ruler of China, as it challenged their power.
- The Zhou Dynasty helped to unite China further by establishing a feudal system and promoting the use of iron tools.
Contributions to Chinese Culture
- Writing: Developed during the Shang Dynasty.
- Philosophy: Confucius and other early Chinese philosophers emphasized the importance of stability.
- Religion: The concept of the Mandate of Heaven was used to justify the rule of Chinese dynasties.
- Technology: The use of iron tools was promoted during the Zhou Dynasty.
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Explore the development of early Chinese civilization in the Huang-He River Valley, and learn how climate and geography played a crucial role. Discover key concepts and terms, including the Mandate of Heaven and the Shang Dynasty.
