Ancient China · 1700 BCE – 220 CE
The Qin Dynasty & Shi Huangdi
The unification of China, the Great Wall, and the standardized systems of the first Emperor.
Key Questions
- 1Was Shi Huangdi a visionary leader or a cruel tyrant?
- 2How did standardizing weights and measures help unify China?
- 3What was the purpose of the Terracotta Army?
Common Core State Standards
C3: D2.Civ.12.6-8C3: D2.His.14.6-8
Grade: 6th Grade
Subject: Ancient Civilizations
Unit: Ancient China
Period: 1700 BCE – 220 CE
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