AIM: How do dynasties maintain power in classical China AIM: How do dynasties maintain power in classical China? Do-Now: What do you know about China (modern or ancient)? Date: 12/16/15

China has high mountains in the west, its rivers flow east, thus China was isolated from western culture.

It was believed that rulers received their authority from the gods It was believed that rulers received their authority from the gods. It was called “The Mandate of Heaven.”

Classwork: 12/16/15 -Read and take notes with the selected readings on the website. -Create a dynastical timeline. -Answer questions in your notebook.