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BELLWORK1. What advances did Korea make during the Middle
Ages?2. Who were the Khmer? What type of emperor did
they establish?3. Who were Trung Trak and Trung Nhi? What did they
accomplish?4. What happened to Myanmar during the 1200’s?5. How did the geography of Southeast Asia affect the
development of their cultures?6. What advances were made in the “Golden Age” of
China? Why did this age end? 7. THINKER: What do you already know about Chinese
culture?
Medieval China• Medieval China is characterized by dynastic
rule, trade, inventions, and traditions.
• Today, we are going to learn about all aspects of Medieval China.
• First, we will focus on the dynasties and their accomplishments.
• Read the handout and underline/highlight the most important information.
• Be ready to discuss!
Origami
• Comes from the word ori meaning “folding” and gami meaning paper.
• Started in the 1500’s and spread throughout Asia.
• It quickly became a modern art form
Paper Cranes• Paper Cranes are
symbolic to both Chinese and Japanese culture.
• The legend says that anyone who has 1,000 paper cranes will have their heart’s desire come true.
• Traditionally, the crane symbolizes peace and life.
BELLWORK• Explain the
achievements of each dynasty:
1. Sui2. Tang3. Sung4. Ming5. Who were the
Mongols?6. THINKER: How did
Marco Polo effect Europe’s knowledge of Medieval China?
Chinese Culture & Festivals1. How do the Chinese celebrate the New Year?2. What is the parade of the dragon supposed to
represent?3. What were lanterns made of?4. What was the legend that started the tradition of
lanterns?5. Describe the background of the Qing Ming Festival.6. What is the background of the Dragon Boat
Festival?7. What does the Harvest Moon Festival celebrate?8. What does the dragon represent?9. What does the tortoise represent?10.What does the tiger represent?
Chinese Festivals – New Years
• How do the Chinese celebrate the New Year?
• What is the parade of the dragon supposed to represent?
Chinese Festivals – New Years
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brFs54KEERg&feature=related
Chinese Festivals - Lanterns
Chinese Festivals - Lanterns
• What were lanterns made of?
• What was the legend that started the tradition of lanterns?
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2EQ0WeNmlU
Chinese Festivals – Qing
Ming
• Describe the background of the Qing Ming Festival.
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_cy6qhRkJg
Chinese Festivals –
Dragon Boat Races
• What is the background of the Dragon Boat Festival?
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lekuMxWHsDQ
Chinese Festivals – Harvest Moon
• What does the Harvest Moon Festival celebrate?
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULBrh51vHfU
Chinese Literature• Traditional Chinese literature uses animals to
represent main characters.
• Each animal acts a symbol for a larger meaning.
• They also have other symbols within colors, emblems, and gods.
• Take 5 minutes and review over the symbols on your own.
• You will be challenged to write your own story, so please read carefully!
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