1. BELLWORK: Block 2 Who were the Sui?
List three accomplishments of the Tang dynasty. How did the Sung reverse these accomplishments?
Who were the Mongols?
Why was Marco Polo important in the connection between Europe and Asia?
List three achievements of the Ming dynasty.
THINKER: What is unique about the geography of Japan? How might their geography impact their development as a nation?

2. Medieval China
Medieval China is characterized by dynastic rule, trade, inventions, and traditions.
Today, we are going to learn about the important Medieval Chinese dynasties and their accomplishments.
Read the handout and underline/highlight the most important information.

3. Chinese Dynasties
Ancient China
Medieval China

4. Engineering an Empire: China

5. Chinese Dynasties Japanese Feudalism Mongol Conquests
Medieval Asia
Chinese Dynasties
Japanese Feudalism
Mongol Conquests

6. Japanese vs. European Feudalism

8. Discussion: Japanese Feudalism
What are the similarities/differences between Japanese and European Feudalism?
In your opinion, which system of feudalism is better? Explain!

9. BELLWORK 10/28 Define clan. Define shogun. Define samurai.
Define daimyo.
THINKER: Are there similarities between ancient Samurai wisdom and how people act in today’s society?

10. The Mongols
During the 1100’s, the Mongols became the dominant nomadic group in central Asia.
Mongolia: steppe, pastures, isolated
At first, Mongols were divided into separate clans until 1206 when Temujin organized them under one government.
Military leadership was based on skill - expert fighters on horseback, used bow and arrow, & organized men into cavalry units
As a result of his success, Temujin was recognized as khan (absolute ruler) and renamed Genghis Khan (universal ruler)
Goal was to create a large empire & conquer others

11. The Mongols (pgs )
Who were the “Steppe people?” Where did the settle? Why?
Although the Seljuk Turks were skilled warriors, they had some problems. Explain these problems and how it led to their eventual takeover.
Explain characteristics of the Mongols. How were they organized?
List three achievements of Genghis Khan.
Where did the Mongols expand? How were they able to conquer such vast territories and large populations?
How did the Mongols impact the culture of Europe and Asia?
Explain the successes of Kublai Khan?
Why was Marco Polo important?
How did Chinese civilization change under Mongol control?
What led to the fall of the Mongol empire? Who took over next?

12. The Mongols

16. Genghis Khan Died in 1227 Still celebrated in Mongolia
Burial ground; statue 131 feet!

17. Mongols Crash Course Positives Negatives

18. Upcoming Events in History….
Monday/Tuesday: Mesoamerican Empires
½ day Wednesday: Study guide work and review
Thursday/Friday: Unit 2 Short Answer & study guide work
Monday 11/7: Unit 2 Multiple Choice
Study guide due
Late/missing work due!

19. Past ideas……

20. Instead of separate bellwork today, I want you to read excerpts about Samurai wisdom from the Hagakure. For each excerpt you should write a 1-2 sentence modern translation. Focus on the main idea!
Be ready to discuss!
THINKER: Are there similarities between ancient Samurai wisdom and how people act in today’s society?

21. ABC Brainstorm Get out a blank sheet of notebook paper.
Label each line with the letters of the alphabet: A-Z
While reading the section, you are going to try and come up with an important term, idea, concept or person that matches with each letter.
You will then describe it, or write a sentence.
Try and get all 26 letters!!
The person with the best answers and most letters gets extra credit!

22. ABC Brainstorm GOOD examples:
S: Steppe – geographic feature where large numbers of nomadic groups roamed in 1000AD
S: Seljuk Turks moved to Asia and established an empire, but they were eventually conquered by the Mongols.
BAD examples:
S: Steppe
S: Seljuk Turks were very successful
S: Several years ago, nomadic people threatened Asian territories.
Pages

23. Use your ABC Notes or pages 138-143!
List three achievements of Genghis Khan.
Where did the Mongols expand? How were they able to conquer such vast territories and large populations?
How did the Mongols impact the culture of Europe and Asia?
Explain the successes of Kublai Khan?
How did Chinese civilization change under Mongol control?
What led to the fall of the Mongol empire? Who took over next?

24. Engineering an Empire: Mongols
As you watch the video, continue your notes on the Mongols, focus on:
Important people and their successes
Military tactics & advances
Mongol society & culture
Conflict