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Classical Civilizations

Explore the rich history of ancient China, beginning with the Huang He River, known as “China’s Sorrow” due to its devastating floods. Discover the significance of the silkworms that contributed to silk production, a hallmark of Chinese culture. Learn about the importance of honoring ancestors, and the concept of dynasties that governed China through various eras. Uncover the enduring teachings of Confucius, who emphasized respect and harmony in relationships, shaping Chinese ethics for over two millennia. Join us on this journey through history.

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Classical Civilizations

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  1. Classical Civilizations

  2. China • Huang He-a valley that had terrible floods and was known as “China’s Sorrow”. People made silk (fine cloth) from silkworms here.

  3. Silkworms • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wbmEjTvszI#!

  4. Vocabulary • Ancestor-a relative (family member) from a long time ago. • The Chinese felt that honoring their ancestors was very important, as well as honoring their homes, their families and their land.

  5. Vocabulary • Dynasty-a period of time in China in which they had one group of people as rulers (bosses). • Great Wall of China-a wall that is over 4,000 miles long, 25 feet high and about 15 feet wide.

  6. Confucius • Born in 551 B.C. • His ideas had the biggest influence on Chinese life for more than 2,000 years. • He was worried about how people treat each other.

  7. How does it apply to me? • Confucius said.. “Never do to others what you would not like them to do to you”

  8. ASL Assignment…

  9. Vocabulary • Write the following words in your notebook and find out what they mean. Write the definitions in your notebook. Finally, videotape yourself spelling out each word and explaining what it means. E-mail me your ASL essay and this essay for a grade. • Ancestor -Great Wall of China • Dynasty

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