6B Chapter 3: Ancient Chinese Civilization by

Overview of Ancient Chinese Civilization

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Ancient Chinese civilization is one of the oldest in the world, with history spanning over 5,000 years. This section provides an introduction to its rich history, cultural legacies, and significant milestones.

The Yellow River: Birthplace of Chinese Civilization

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The Yellow River, also known as Huang He, got its name from the yellowish silt called loess that it carries. Often called the 'cradle of Chinese civilization,' it fostered agricultural development and societal structures.

Growth Along the Rivers

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Chinese civilization grew along the Yellow River and the Yangtze River, benefiting from fertile lands and water resources, which supported agriculture, trade, and transportation.

Inventions that Changed the World

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Ancient China contributed many groundbreaking inventions such as paper, the compass, gunpowder, and printing technology. These inventions had profound impacts on the world.

Philosophical and Cultural Legacies

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Ancient Chinese philosophies, such as Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism, have left enduring legacies that shaped Chinese society and governance. These philosophies continue to influence the world today.

The Shang Dynasty: Bronze Age Marvels

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The Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BCE) is known for its advances in metallurgy, particularly bronze casting, and for the earliest known Chinese writing.

The Qin Dynasty: The First Emperor

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The Qin Dynasty (221–206 BCE) saw the unification of China under Qin Shi Huang. Major achievements include the construction of the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army.

The Han Dynasty: Golden Age of China

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The Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE) is considered a golden age in Chinese history with significant developments in arts, culture, science, and trade (Silk Road).

The Song Dynasty: Age of Innovation

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The Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE) is famed for its economic strength, technological advancements, and cultural achievements, including the invention of gunpowder and the compass.

The Ming Dynasty: Building the Forbidden City

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The Ming Dynasty (1368–1644 CE) is known for its architectural feats, such as the Forbidden City in Beijing, and for solidifying the Great Wall.

The Qing Dynasty: The Last Imperial Dynasty

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The Qing Dynasty (1644–1912 CE) was the final imperial dynasty of China. It was marked by territorial expansion and periods of both stability and rebellion.

Factors Leading to the Fall of Dynasties

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Several factors such as corruption, succession crises, peasant revolts, and foreign invasions contributed to the rise and fall of dynasties in ancient China.

The End of the Qing Dynasty

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The Qing Dynasty fell in 1912 after a series of internal rebellions, external pressures, and the Xinhai Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Republic of China.

Discovery of Silk and Porcelain

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Guess the Characters (Refer to the activity sheet from your SS Teacher). The answer key is with them too!

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How many did you guess right?

Chinese Opera - Meanings of the Colours

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Red face paint indicates devotion, bravery and uprightness;
Black indicates either a rough and bold character, or an impartial and selfless personality;
Blue represents someone who is steadfast in principle, fierce and astute;
A character with a green face is impulsive and violent and acts with stubbornness and a lack of self-restraint;
A yellow face is a sign of fierceness, ambition and cool-headedness;
White face paint suggests treacherousness, suspiciousness, and craftiness;
Gold and silver colors usually indicate gods or spirits.

Colour your own opera representation on the template. SS Teachers will print and provide hardcopies. You can use markers / colouring materials to create a mask for yourself!

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Explore the different dynasties (After you have gone through this padlet)

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HOOOYEAH

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