1. Mary Jean, Althera, & Debbie
All About China
Mary Jean,
Althera,
&
Debbie

2. Location

3. History of China First humans: c. 50,000 BC
They were hunters and gatherers. They lived in caves and used stone and bone tools.

4. The People of China Current population is 1,321,851,888.
Mandarin is the main language; however, there are many dialects.
The average life expectancy is 73 years.
Population growth is controlled.
Each family is allowed to have only one child as per the government.

5. Chinese Religion The Chinese people worship many different gods.
Religions include atheism, Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.
Religion is significant.

6. Chinese Meals and Food Rice, millet, sorghum, and wheat
Oranges, lemons, peaches, and apricots
Pork, sheep, and beef
Buddhists do not meat. They eat tofu and beans.

7. Education Nine years compulsory education
Exam required to enter high school
Exam required to attend university