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China Web-quest
1. China Map: Continent View
Locate China's capital, Beijing. Directly south of Beijing, on the South China Sea, is
located a city which used to be called "Canton." What is its name today/
2. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynasty
Do you remember the definition of a dynasty? It’s important to know because China had 83 of them! In your own
words, what is the definition of Dynasty?
3. History Timeline
In 221 B.C., China's many warring states were united under the rule of its first emperor. What was the name of the
dynasty established by China's first emperor? Also, Name 3 other dynasty and the dates they existed.
4. Inventions
The Chinese were great Inventors. List six of their inventions below:
Which invention do you think was most important and why
5. Statue
China's native religions have been enriched and influenced by the faiths of non-Chinese peoples. These enormous
Chinese sculptures were carved by followers of a religion that began in India. Who is represented by this statue?
6. Chinese Currency
Here's some Chinese money. What is China's money called?
7. Photo Gallery of Warriors
The city of Xi'an is famous for its terra cotta warriors. What terra cotta animals were buried with the warriors? Also
explain the intended purpose of the soldiers?
8. Classic Chinese Paintings
Click on several of the blue titles to look at examples of Chinese painting from several time periods. Find a painting that
you especially like. Who is the artist and why do you like it?
9. http://library.thinkquest.org/13406/sr/
What were the silk roads?
How long was it?
10. Chinese Calligraphy!
Use the alphabet to locate your name in Chinese writing. Click on it and then copy and paste your name in Chinese
calligraphy below…here is mine (Joe).
Joe
Your Name Below Here