Civilizations of Asia

1. Civilizations of Asia

2. Geography China Yalu and Tumen Rivers Taiwan North and South Korea Japan Philippines Indonesia Vietnam India Ottoman Empire Turkey

3. “Where are you from, China?” “I’m Vietnamese.” “Same thing…” How does physical geography ensure that this statement is incorrect? ------------------------------ Civilizations of Asia

4. Starting with a Story How could you apply the lessons that Yoro learned to your life? Japan

5. Japan • Shinto is based on the respect for nature. • Chinese called the Japanese islands the land of the rising sun. • The prince opened an embassy, wrote a Constitution, and encouraged Buddhism. (Nat’l Geo video, Starting with a Story) Explain the religious beliefs of Shinto. (Read Shintoism in Japan, What is Kami, and Shinto Shrines) Explain Nippon. Draw a quick sketch of Japan’s flag. Which aspects of Chinese culture did Prince Shotoku adopt?

6. Japan • It was written by a woman and considered to be the world’s first novel. • Noh – Folklore for upper class, actors usually wore masks. • Kabuki – Plays for common people, actors usually had painted faces. Protectors of EarthMajestic, Ever changingFalling, breathing; Trees- J. Stiefel Why was The Tale of Genji an important novel? (Read the Intro for the Tale of Genji) (Watch the short video for the Tale of Genji) What are the differences between Noh and Kabuki plays? (Watch Noh and Kabuki – TedED) Write a Haiku about nature. Make one form of calligraphy to go with it. (See the Haiku link for examples)

7. Japan • Feudalism is known as a Lord-Vassal system where local landlords act as rulers. • The Shogunate removed foreign influence which made Japan isolated once again. (Watch the Samurai video – History Channel) Explain what feudalism is and make a detailed diagram that illustrates Japanese society. (See animated map) What changes did Tokugawa Ieyasu make to Japan? (Japan – Memoirs of a Secret Empire)

8. Name:____________________ What is unique about Japanese culture and how did Japan become a military society?

9. Korea • The Silla and the Koryo, which later was called Korea. • Korea adopted rice cultivations, pottery (celadon), Buddhism, and Confucianism. • Created the capital, Seoul, the built forts on the Chinese border, and drove Japanes pirates from the islands. • *Note: Japanese pirates were ronin samurai. What were the first two major kingdoms of Korea? How did China influence Korea? The Yi family formed the Choson Dynasty. What did this dynasty accomplish? (Choson Dynasty Video – 6:00)

10. Languages Activity Using your activity in class and p. 438, briefly describe the differences between Mandarin, Hangul, and Quoc-ngu.

11. Khmer Empire • China and India • They successfully cultivated rice with irrigation and better seeds. (Count of SE Asia Video) (“The Traveler” Activity) Which countries influenced the Khmer empire? Look at the Angkor Wat. Describe what you see and read. (See Link on Web Resouces) What were the main reasons that the empire became prosperous?

12. Vietnamese Kingdoms • China forced the Vietnamese to speak Chinese, dress Chinese, and follow Chinese beliefs. • It was led by women, TrungTrac and TrungNhi. (The Geography and Cultures of SE Asia Video) The Nam Viet was a kingdom south of China. Explain what happened to it. The Vietnamese rebelled against the Chinese before forming the Dai Vet. What was unique about the rebellion? (Read article)

13. Explain the invasions in Korea and Vietnam by China.

14. Mughal Empire • Babur led his Muslim army into India, conquered smaller kingdoms, and began the Mughal Empire. • He was very tolerant, allowed people to practice their own religions, and married several women of varying religions. • There may have been a lack of water. Summarize p. 444 to explain how the Mughal Empire began. (Read about Humayun’s Death) Based on A Wise Ruler, how did Akbar treat non-Muslims? Why do historians believe the capital city of FatehpurSikri was abandoned? (FatehpurSikri Video)

15. Mughal Empire • He was very weak, his wife, NurJahan, actually held the power. • Shah Jahan built the TajMahal as a tomb memorial for his wife. He raised taxes and starved the people for it. • He made subjects follow Islam and removed Hindus from government; leaders rebelled and the Mughal Empire declined. Describe Jahangir as a leader. Briefly describe the story of the TajMahal. (Both Taj Videos and Virtual Tour) How did Aurangzeb rule and what was the overall effect of his leadership?

16. Explain how the Mughal Empire began, Akbar’s approach to governing, and the reasons for the empire’s decline.

17. Explain the invasions in Korea and Vietnam by China.

18. Explain how the Mughal Empire began, Akbar’s approach to governing, and the reasons for the empire’s decline.

19. Ottoman Empire Geography Roman Empire Constantinople Istanbul Persia Turkey Ottoman Empire

20. Review the Byzantine Empire. Summarize your readings from: P. 287 all P. 288 Rebuilding Constantinople Pp. 290-1 The Byzantine Empire Collapses • The Emperor Justinian rebuilt parts of the Eastern Roman Empire, using Constantinople as the Byzantine capital. • After Justinian’s death, the Empire was repeatedly attacked, by Persians, Arabs, and Turks. In 1453, Turks captured the capital city of Constantinople. Ottoman and Byzantine Empires

21. Ottoman Empire • Osman united the Turks into a fighting force that used muskets and cannons. Explain how the Ottoman Empire began. Draw a diagram of the Ottoman government.

22. Ottoman Empire • He was “the Magnificent” for his cultural achievements and “the Lawgiver” for his code of law. • North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Syria, Persia, Palestine, and Egypt. They conquered Constantinople and changed its name to Istanbul. • The Roman Empire was controlled by Hapsburgs (Germans), who were enemies with the French. The French helped the Ottomans, but did not succeed in taking Rom. Describe Suleyman I from the book and video. (Suleyman – A Lamb becomes a Lion) Where did the empire expand to? Explain Suleyman's attack on the Holy Roman Empire.

23. Ottoman Empire • Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Millets were communities established by Christians and Jews. • Slaves worked in government and made up part of the army, called janissaries, who were elite soldiers. • Women had the right to own land, inherit property, become merchants, and work with men. What were the three primary religions in the Ottoman Empire? What were millets? Explain slavery in the Ottoman Empire.(Watch Slavery Forms the Foundation…) Describe the lives of women in the Empire.

24. Name:____________________ Explain where the Ottoman Empire was established and what life was like for people, including religious beliefs, those who were conquered, and women.

25. Name:____________________ Explain where the Ottoman Empire was established and what life was like for people, including religious beliefs, those who were conquered, and women.