Aim: Why did the Tang & Song Dynasties experience ‘Golden Ages’? Do Now: Read Chinese Social Ladder and answer the 2 questions that follow

Golden Age of China Vocabulary Golden Age: A time in a culture of high achievement in arts, literature, and science. Generally occurs in times of peace. Tang Dynasty – a powerful ruling family that ruled China from 618 to 907, they built a vast empire that had a stable government, society & economy based on trade. Government corruption, drought & rebellions led to its collapse. Song Dynasty – ruling family that reunited China from 960 to 1279 under the leadership of General Zhao Kuangyin . The dynasty was weakened by invaders & fell to the Mongols in 1279. Tributary states – independent state that must acknowledge the supremacy of another state & pay tribute (money) to its ruler Gentry – wealthy landowning class Civil Service System – A branch of governmental service in which individuals are employed on the basis of professional merit as proven by competitive examinations.

Activity #1 We will read- Tang & Song Dynasties in China together Underline or highlight the important information Examine the map & answer the map question in COMPLETE SENTENCES

Activity #2 In groups of 4- read side 2 Take turns reading to aloud (Active Listening) Underline or highlight the important information Fill out the graphic organizer for the government, society & literature/arts (15 words OR LESS)

Summary Why did the Tang & Song Dynasties experience ‘Golden Ages’? Explain your answer using COMPLETE SENTENCES