1. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia
Section 4: Encounters in East Asia
Witness History Audio: A Jesuit in China
European Contact with Ming China
The Ming allowed Europeans to come and trade, but they limited their visits to one area and to one season. Christian missionaries were welcomed for their knowledge of many subjects, but had little success in converting the Chinese.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What do Ricci’s actions in China and the painting tell you about his attitudes toward the Chinese?” (His language skills, relationships with scholars, and adoption of Chinese dress indicate that he respected Chinese culture.)
When showing Color Transparency 83, explain that the goldfish spread to Europe as a result of contact with the Chinese. Have students think of other Asian goods that may have been introduced to Europe at this time.
When showing Color Transparency 84, ask students to write a paragraph explaining whether China was wise to limit trade.
Note Taking Transparency 109
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2. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia
Section 4: Encounters in East Asia
The Manchu Conquest
In 1644, Manchu armies took control of Beijing and set up the Qing dynasty. They expanded China’s borders to create the largest Chinese state. American crops helped to fuel a population boom. The Ming rejected an appeal from Britain for more trade.
Color Transparency 83: Goldfish from China
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What do Ricci’s actions in China and the painting tell you about his attitudes toward the Chinese?” (His language skills, relationships with scholars, and adoption of Chinese dress indicate that he respected Chinese culture.)
When showing Color Transparency 83, explain that the goldfish spread to Europe as a result of contact with the Chinese. Have students think of other Asian goods that may have been introduced to Europe at this time.
When showing Color Transparency 84, ask students to write a paragraph explaining whether China was wise to limit trade.
Color Transparency 84: Europe Spreads its Influence
Witness History Video: Manchu China and the West
History Interactive: Trade Among Europe, Africa and Asia
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3. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia
Section 4: Encounters in East Asia
Korea Chooses Isolation
Korea’s Choson dynasty followed the Confucian idea that merchants held low status. They restricted contact with traders from the outside world. In response to invasions by the Japanese and Manchus, Korea isolated itself, excluding most foreigners.
Foreign Traders in Japan
At first, the Japanese welcomed Western traders, and Christian missionaries were successful at winning converts. After Spain seized the Philippines, however, Japan barred European traders, murdered Japanese Christians, and shut off contact with the outside world.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What do Ricci’s actions in China and the painting tell you about his attitudes toward the Chinese?” (His language skills, relationships with scholars, and adoption of Chinese dress indicate that he respected Chinese culture.)
When showing Color Transparency 83, explain that the goldfish spread to Europe as a result of contact with the Chinese. Have students think of other Asian goods that may have been introduced to Europe at this time.
When showing Color Transparency 84, ask students to write a paragraph explaining whether China was wise to limit trade.
QuickTake Section Quiz
Progress Monitoring Transparency
QuickTake Chapter Test
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4. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia: Section 4
Note Taking Transparency 109
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5. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia: Section 4
Color Transparency 83: Goldfish from China
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6. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia: Section 4
Color Transparency 84: Europe Spreads Its Influence
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7. The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia: Section 4
Progress Monitoring Transparency
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