In Class

Homework: DUE

Tues. 11/11

Chinese Civilization: Why does it progress century after century?

-- Focus on geography -map of China

--Dynastic Cycle

--Shang Dynasty

Due: “The Land and People of China” and “The Zhou Dynasty”

Read pp. 64-70; see reading questions

Thurs. 11/13

Early Dynasties

Due: read text pp.70-73 “The Zhou Dynasty” up to Hundred Schools of Ancient Philosophy

Mon. 11/17

Hundred Schools of Thought: What is Confucianism?

Due: read packet “Confucian View of Life”. See reading questions posted on the website

Wed. 11/19

- A look at Chinese Philosophers:

Mencius / Lao Tzu / Han Fe

Due: Read pp. 1-3 and 7-10 in the “Lao Tzu” packet. ANSWER the questions on p. 3 and p. 10 on a separate piece of paper

Fri. 11/21

Advising the Emperor: Prepare to Present

Due: Prepare for presentations

Tues. 11/25

Virtual Visit – Terra Cotta Warriors of Qin Shi Huangdi

Due: Text p. 77-81: “The Rise of the Chinese Empire: The Qin and the Han”

Mon. 12/1

- Qin or Han? A comparative look…

Due: Text p. 81-84: “The Glorious Han Dynasty”

Wed. 12/3

- Daily Life in China

- Women in China

- Review for Quiz

Due: Text p. 84-87: “Daily Life in Ancient China” AND Chinese Culture Section

Fri. 12/5

-Quiz on Ancient China

- Film: The Last Emperor

Due: study

Tues. 12/9

Review- Film: The Last Emperor

Begin Review: to create a study guide

Due: Organize your notes and begin preparation on study guide  Any Questions??

Thurs. 12/11

Review

Due: review assignment

Fri. 12/12

Review

Due: review assignment

Mon. 12/15

9:00 am History Final

- Study, Study, Study…

Enjoy your winter break!!!