Bell Ringer – Think, Pair, Share: Do you think that then U.S could survive as an isolated nation? Why or why not? Do you think a country loses some of its identifying characteristics when there is foreign influence? Why or why not?

Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 1: In the bottom left hand corner of the map, label the compass rose with the cardinal directions and intermediate directions. Using the provided blanks, label the following continents: Africa Asia Europe Using the provided blanks, label the following oceans: Atlantic Indian Pacific

Regional Civilizations – The Ottoman Empire: Most Significant Ruler: Suleyman the Magnificent Location: Turkey Capital: Istanbul (renamed city of Constantinople) Religion: Islam

Trade in the Ottoman Empire: Goods: Coffee Ceramics

Important Facts about the Ottoman Empire: The Ottoman Empire reached its peak size and grandeur under Suleyman the Lawgiver or Magnificent. Created an efficient government structure that reduced government bureaucracy and limited taxes. Although unified Islam, allowed religious freedom Conquered Southeast Europe, Southwest Asia, and North Africa

Other Important People to Know: Ghazis Warriors of Islam who formed military societies. They followed strict Islamic code of conduct. Sultans The rulers of the Ottoman Empire Janissaries Elite force of soldiers loyal to only the sultan Made up of children from conquered lands that were converted to Islam, trained, and educated by the army

Regional Civilizations – The Mughal Empire: Most Significant Ruler: Akbar the Great Location: India Capital: Delhi Agra Religion: Islam

Trade in the Mughal Empire: Coastal trading posts were established by England, Portugal, and Netherlands Goods: Indian textiles Spices Jewels (sapphires, emeralds, diamonds, rubies)

Important Facts About the Mughal Empire: The empire was founded by an 11-year-old boy named Babur, but his grandson Akbar made the kingdom flourish Spread Islam into India Efficient government under Akbar the Great Improved roads

Taj Mahal: Located in Agra The Taj Mahal is considered one of the world’s most beautiful buildings Built by Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal It is a tomb, built for his wife, who died at age 39 giving birth to their 14th child.

Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 2: Find the Ottoman Empire and color it red. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Ottoman Empire. Color it red and be sure to label it appropriately. Find the Mughal Empire and color it blue. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Mughal Empire. Color it blue and be sure to label it appropriately.

Regional Civilizations – The Tokugawa Empire: Founder and Most Significant Ruler: Tokugawa Ieyasu Location: Japan Capital: Edo (modern day Tokyo) Religion: Shinto Buddhism

Trade in the Tokugawa Empire: Portuguese sailors washed up on Japan’s shores which opened trade with Europe They traded with China, Portugal, the Netherlands, England, and Spain Goods: Clocks Eyeglasses Tobacco Guns Cannons

Important Facts About the Tokugawa Empire: Tokugawa took power in 1600 and his dynasty ruled until 1867 Emperor had no power – the power is with military leaders called Shoguns Tokugawa Shoguns isolated Japan to limit foreign influence Under the Tokugawa rule, Japan enjoyed stability, prosperity, and isolationism

Tokugawa Empire Isolationism: Jesuits sent over missionaries to convert Japanese to Christianity Missionaries were taking away traditional values and beliefs – Christianity was eventually banned The Shoguns believed Christians were the root of rebellion in Japan Japan resealed their borders and exiled foreigners

Isolationism Enforced in the Tokugawa Empire: All foreigners exiled or murdered Only the trade port of Nagasaki was left open for Dutch and Chinese traders No Japanese citizen could leave the country so they could not bring back new ideas Became self-sufficient without foreign interference

Culture of the Tokugawa Empire: Kabuki Theater Traditional form of Japanese theater Although created by a woman, all roles both men and women, are played by men Plays are grand historical events and everyday life Use extravagant costumes, mask-like make-up, and exaggerated postures and gestures

Regional Civiliations – The Qing Dynasty: The Most Significant Ruler: Hsuan-yeh Location: China Capital: Beijing Religion: Buddhism

Trade in the Qing Dynasty: Traded with the Dutch first, who opened the market Goods: Porcelain Silk Tea

Other Important Facts About the Qing Dynasty: Reduced government expenses and lowered taxes China was an isolated nation and saw themselves as superior to others A population explosion happened during this dynasty Sons were seen as the favored child

Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 3: Find the Tokugawa Empire and color it orange. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Tokugawa Empire. Color it orange and be sure to label it appropriately. Find the Qing Dynasty and color it green. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Qing Dynasty. Color it green and be sure to label it appropriately.

Regional Civilizations – The Songhai Empire: Founder and Most Significant Ruler: Sonni Ali Location: West Africa (modern day Mali and Nigeria) Capital: Gao Religion: Traditional/tribal beliefs Islam

Trade in the Songhai Empire: Controlled the Trans-Saharan Trade route Eventually took over the Kingdom of Mali Goods: Gold Salt Ivory Slaves

Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 4: Find the Songhai Empire and color it purple. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Songhai Empire. Color it purple and be sure to label it appropriately.