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I. Patterns in Classical China II. Political Institutions III I. Patterns in Classical China II. Political Institutions III. Religion and culture IV. Economy and Society V. How Chinese Civilization Fits Together

China in the Shang and Zhou Eras Kung Fuzi (Confucius) (551–478 B.C.E.) wandering scholar Analects Zhou Dynasty (1029–258 B.C.E.) 8th century B.C.E. disruptions nomadic invasions rival kingdoms Shi Huangdi Qin Dynasty (221–207 B.C.E.) death leads to revolt Han Dynasty (202 B.C.E.–220 C.E.) Dao China in the Shang and Zhou Eras

China from the Later Zhou to the Han Era I. Patterns in Classical China Zhou Dynasty (1029–258 B.C.E.) height c. 700 B.C.E. Yangzi River valley settled "Middle Kingdom" Mandate of Heaven Confucius China from the Later Zhou to the Han Era

China from the Later Zhou to the Han Era I. Patterns in Classical China Shi Huangdi Qin Dynasty (221–207 B.C.E.) Great Wall 3000 miles Innovations census standardized coinage, weights, measures common writing system Han Dynasty (202 B.C.E.–220 C.E.) into Korea, Indochina, central Asia contact with India, Parthian Empire Wu Ti (140–87 B.C.E.) support of Confucianism China from the Later Zhou to the Han Era

II. Political Institutions Political traditions patriarchal family ancestor worship semi-autonomous villages nobles local authority justice local armies regional governors bureaucracies examinations schools

III. Religion and Culture Balance unifying traditions Kung Fuzi (ca. 551–478 B.C.E.) respect for superiors leaders must show moderation rank based on intelligence, merit Legalism alternative to Confucianism support authoritarian state belief in evil nature of humankind Daoism more religious Laozi (5th century B.C.E.) force of nature ethical code Five Classics Art calligraphy Science 365.5 day year

IV. Economy and Society Trade wheat for rice Agriculture ox-drawn plow collar Water-powered mills

V. How Chinese Civilization Fits Together Isolation Confucianism & bureaucracy Political stability & economic growth Divisions Confucianism v. Daoism