Early China: Mandate of Heaven & Culture
Students will explore the Shang and Zhou dynasties, the concept of the Mandate of Heaven, and foundational Chinese cultural elements.
Key Questions
- Explain how the Mandate of Heaven served to legitimize political transitions and dynastic rule.
- Analyze the significance of ancestor worship in early Chinese society and its impact on family structure.
- Evaluate how the geography of the Yellow River Valley influenced early Chinese settlement patterns and agricultural practices.
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