China

1. China Chapter 28, Section 1

2. China Early History • Early China was not influenced by other countries due to the geography and long distances • Dynasty- a series of rulers from the same family • 1st Chinese dynasty was Shang which arose in 1700 b.c.- ruled for over 600 years

3. China Early History • Qin Dynasty, pronounced Chihn, gave its name to China • 1st Qin emperor, Shi Huangdi, began the building of the Great Wall in 220 b.c. • This dynasty ruled for over 2000 years. • Han Dynasty • Manchurians invaded and established the Qing Dynasty • 1911- Revolutionary war ended the rule of dynasty’s

4. China Early History • Boxer Rebellion- Chinese militants attacked Europeans and Chinese Christians trying to break free from the influence on the Europeans that were trying to take advantage of the Chinese military and government weakness • 1949- Communist fought for control over China and won…Mao Zedong became the new ruler

5. China Early History • Due to the involvement of government in the economy, China is now one of the fastest growing economies in the world. • 60% of population work on farms • Known for its rice, maize, wheat, and sweet potatoes

6. Major Religions of China • Confucianism- based on teaching of Confucianism, stresses importance of education in a well-run society • Taoism- based on teaching of Lao-tzu, importance of preserving and restoring harmony in the individual as well as the universe- also believed gov’t should have little to do with the people • Buddhism- believe in rebirth and is highly influenced by Confucianism and Taoism

7. Population • China estimated population in 2000 was 1.3 billion. • 30-40 cities have a population over 1 million • China’s government has pursued a strategy in order to provide healthcare to its entire population

8. Mongolia and Taiwan Chapter 28, Section 2

9. The Mongolian Empire • Mongols were nomadic herders for thousands of years

10. The Mongolian Empire • Genghis Khan • Conquered all of Central Asia • Began conquest of China • Died in 1227

11. The Mongolian Empire • Ogadai • Succeeded Genghis Khan • Continued conquest and expansion

13. The Mongolian Empire • Broke up in 1300s • China gained control of Mongolia in 17th century • Mongolia achieved independence in 1911

14. Mongolia • Became the Mongolian People’s Republic in 1924 • Communists ruled until 1989 • Moved toward political democracy and free enterprise economy

15. Mongolia • Culture • Has ruled and been ruled by China • Adopted many aspects of Chinese culture

16. Mongolia • Economy • Herding and managing livestock • Developing other industries • Shift from command to free economy

17. Mongolia • Economy • Large deposits of coal and petroleum • Used in manufacturing and construction

18. Taiwan’s Link to China • Many migrations from southern China, southeast Asia, Malay and Polynesia • Manchu Dynasty conquered Taiwan in 1683

20. Taiwan’s Link to China • Japanese seized Taiwan after winning a war with China in 1895 • Chinese Nationalists took control as part of their fight with the Communists after WWII

21. Taiwan’s Link to China • Nationalists lost to Communists in 1949 • Moved their gvt to Taiwan • Est. Republic of China • People’s Republic of China never recognized Taiwan as a separate country

22. Taiwan • Culture • Chinese • 90% practice mix of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism

24. Taiwan • Economy • One of world’s most successful economies • Strong manufacturing industries • Good trade

25. Taiwan • Economy • Known as an economic tiger, a nation that has rapid economic growth due to cheap labor, high technology, and aggressive exports

26. Taiwan • Economy • Part of the Pacific Rim, which includes East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Chile and west coast of the U.S.

27. THE KOREA’S Chapter 28, Section 3

28. History of Korea • Korea is a peninsula • 2000 b.c. first state called Chosen arose in Korea • 100 b.c. China and Japan begin their history of invasions due to its location between the two countries

29. History of Korea • 300’s- Three Kingdoms were established, Koguryo, Paekche, and Silla. • Sills eventually took over the other two kingdoms in 660. • 1392- Yi Songgye and dynasty ruled Korea but ended in 1910 when Japan took over • Japan controlled peninsula until 1945 and the end of WWII

30. History of Korea • After WWII, Korea was split in two, North controlled by the Soviet Union and the South controlled by the United States • 1950- North invaded South to spread communism and started the Korean War • 1953- War ended and treaty was created to split the North into a Communist State and the South into a Democratic State

31. Korean Culture/Unity • Chinese influence- Confucianism, Buddhism, Communism • Unity- North and South are trying to unify • Both built huge armies, bordered by 2 million troops • Unified by one flag representing both countries

32. Resources • Seoul- largest city in South Korea • Pyongyang- largest city in North Korea • When countries unite, they will be a economic powerhouse • North provide raw materials for South industry

33. Japan Chapter 28, Section 4

34. Samurai/Shogun • Samurai-Professional soldiers serve as bodyguards for landowners and clan chiefs • Shogun-General of emperors army with powers of military dictator • All officials are under authority of Shogun

35. History/Economy • December 7, 1941- Japan bombs Pearl Harbor • August 9, 1945- Nagasaki and Hiroshima- U.S. dropped bombs • After WWII, Japan became one of the worlds most powerful economy • 126 million people in Japan • 75% live in cities

36. Economy • Most of population on east coast, industry and manufacturing • Cars, Trucks, and Electronic equipment • Strong alliance between business and government • People of Japan are educated and disciplined which enabled Japan to achieve prosperity