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, 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