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Silk by J ose Mendoza & True Xiong. PICTURE. WHAT? . It was a cloth that the Chinese wore to show their importance or how rich they were. It was a discovery in China that silk worms could make it. WHEN. Discovered in 2640 BC Empress Xi Ling Shi was the first to use it. IMPORTANCE.
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Silkby Jose Mendoza & True Xiong PICTURE
WHAT? • It was a cloth that the Chinese wore to show their importance or how rich they were. • It was a discovery in China that silk worms could make it.
WHEN • Discovered in 2640 BC • Empress Xi Ling Shi was the first to use it.
IMPORTANCE • It was the most important trade item for China. • (Think about Christopher Coloumbus!) • Silk is significant today because many people use it to make many things like a dress, skirt, and many more items.
Multiple Choice Question • Which of the following was especially valuable to the Chinese for trade? A. Spices B. Tea C. Porcelain D. Silk