BELLWORK 10/20• Instead of separate bellwork today, I want you

to read excerpts about Samurai wisdom from the Hagakure. For each excerpt you should write a 1-2 sentence modern translation. Focus on the main idea!

• Be ready to discuss! • THINKER: Are there similarities between

ancient Samurai wisdom and how people act in today’s society?

Discussion1. According to Samurai wisdom, how should one “keep cool?”2. According to Samurai wisdom, why should they remain

silent?3. According to Samurai wisdom, when is a samurai finished

with education?4. According to Samurai wisdom, what is the proper way to

settle an issue? 5. How is a Japanese samurai similar to a European knight?6. THINKER: Are there similarities between ancient Samurai

wisdom and how people act in today’s society?

Medieval Asia

Japanese FeudalismChinese DynastiesMongol Conquests

Japanese vs.

European

Feudalism

Discussion: Japanese Feudalism

What are the similarities/differences between Japanese and European Feudalism?

In your opinion, which system of feudalism is better? Explain!

Medieval China Medieval China is characterized

by dynastic rule, trade, inventions, and traditions.

Today, we are going to learn about the important Medieval Chinese dynasties and their accomplishments.

Read the handout and underline/highlight the most important information.

Be ready to discuss!

Chinese DynastiesAncient China Medieval China

Engineering an Empire: China

BELLWORK 10/211. List three accomplishments of the Tang dynasty. How

did the Sung reverse these accomplishments?2. Who were the Mongols?3. Why was Marco Polo important in the connection

between Europe and Asia?4. List three achievements of the Ming dynasty. 5. THINKER: Today is National Unity Day, an awareness

day to stop all forms of violence. It is based around the quote “when we all stand together, no one stands alone.” What does this quote mean to you? What types of violence do you see in daily life/on campus? How do you personally work to stop this? Could you do more? Explain!

ABC Brainstorm Get out a blank sheet of notebook paper. Label each line with the letters of the

alphabet: A-Z While reading the section, you are going to try

and come up with an important term, idea, concept or person that matches with each letter.

You will then describe it, or write a sentence. Try and get all 26 letters!! The person with the best answers and most

letters gets extra credit!

ABC Brainstorm GOOD examples: S: Steppe – geographic feature where large numbers

of nomadic groups roamed in 1000AD S: Seljuk Turks moved to Asia and established an

empire, but they were eventually conquered by the Mongols.

BAD examples: S: Steppe S: Seljuk Turks were very successful S: Several years ago, nomadic people threatened

Asian territories. Pages 138-143

The Mongols During the 1100’s, the Mongols became the

dominant nomadic group in central Asia. Mongolia: steppe, pastures, isolated At first, Mongols were divided into separate clans

until 1206 when Temujin organized them under one government.

Military leadership was based on skill - expert fighters on horseback, used bow and arrow, & organized men into cavalry units

As a result of his success, Temujin was recognized as khan (absolute ruler) and renamed Genghis Khan (universal ruler)

Goal was to create a large empire & conquer others

The Mongols

Genghis Khan

Died in 1227 Still celebrated in

Mongolia Burial ground; statue 131

feet!

BELLWORK 10/231. List three achievements of Genghis Khan.2. Where did the Mongols expand? How were they

able to conquer such vast territories and large populations?

3. How did the Mongols impact the culture of Europe and Asia?

4. Explain the successes of Kublai Khan?5. How did Chinese civilization change under Mongol

control?6. What led to the fall of the Mongol empire? Who

took over next?

This week in history….. Today: Finish Mongols and study guide independent

work Monday: Aztec vs. Inca Tuesday: Study guide & review Wednesday: Short answer & study guide work

– Aztec vs. Inca– Crusades– Feudalism

Friday 10/30: Multiple choice/matching test– Study guide due– Late/missing work due

The Mongols (pgs. 138-143)1. Who were the “Steppe people?” Where did the settle? Why?2. Although the Seljuk Turks were skilled warriors, they had some

problems. Explain these problems and how it led to their eventual takeover.

3. Explain characteristics of the Mongols. How were they organized?4. List three achievements of Genghis Khan.5. Where did the Mongols expand? How were they able to conquer

such vast territories and large populations?6. How did the Mongols impact the culture of Europe and Asia?7. Explain the successes of Kublai Khan?8. Why was Marco Polo important?9. How did Chinese civilization change under Mongol control?10. What led to the fall of the Mongol empire? Who took over next?

Engineering an Empire: Mongols

As you watch the video, continue your notes on the Mongols, focus on:– Important people and their successes– Military tactics & advances– Mongol society & culture – Conflict