1. Bell Ringer – Think, Pair, Share:
Do you think that then U.S could survive as an isolated nation? Why or why not?
Do you think a country loses some of its identifying characteristics when there is foreign influence? Why or why not?

2. Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 1:
In the bottom left hand corner of the map, label the compass rose with the cardinal directions and intermediate directions.
Using the provided blanks, label the following continents:
Africa
Asia
Europe
Using the provided blanks, label the following oceans:
Atlantic
Indian
Pacific

3. Regional Civilizations – The Ottoman Empire:
Most Significant Ruler:
Suleyman the Magnificent
Location:
Turkey
Capital:
Istanbul (renamed city of Constantinople)
Religion:
Islam

5. Trade in the Ottoman Empire:
Goods:
Coffee
Ceramics

6. Important Facts about the Ottoman Empire:
The Ottoman Empire reached its peak size and grandeur under Suleyman the Lawgiver or Magnificent.
Created an efficient government structure that reduced government bureaucracy and limited taxes.
Although unified Islam, allowed religious freedom
Conquered Southeast Europe, Southwest Asia, and North Africa

7. Other Important People to Know:
Ghazis
Warriors of Islam who formed military societies.
They followed strict Islamic code of conduct.
Sultans
The rulers of the Ottoman Empire
Janissaries
Elite force of soldiers loyal to only the sultan
Made up of children from conquered lands that were converted to Islam, trained, and educated by the army

8. Regional Civilizations – The Mughal Empire:
Most Significant Ruler:
Akbar the Great
Location:
India
Capital:
Delhi
Agra
Religion:
Islam

10. Trade in the Mughal Empire:
Coastal trading posts were established by England, Portugal, and Netherlands
Goods:
Indian textiles
Spices
Jewels (sapphires, emeralds, diamonds, rubies)

11. Important Facts About the Mughal Empire:
The empire was founded by an 11-year-old boy named Babur, but his grandson Akbar made the kingdom flourish
Spread Islam into India
Efficient government under Akbar the Great
Improved roads

12. Taj Mahal:
Located in Agra
The Taj Mahal is considered one of the world’s most beautiful buildings
Built by Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal
It is a tomb, built for his wife, who died at age 39 giving birth to their 14th child.

13. Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 2:
Find the Ottoman Empire and color it red. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Ottoman Empire. Color it red and be sure to label it appropriately.
Find the Mughal Empire and color it blue. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Mughal Empire. Color it blue and be sure to label it appropriately.

14. Regional Civilizations – The Tokugawa Empire:
Founder and Most Significant Ruler:
Tokugawa Ieyasu
Location:
Japan
Capital:
Edo (modern day Tokyo)
Religion:
Shinto
Buddhism

16. Trade in the Tokugawa Empire:
Portuguese sailors washed up on Japan’s shores which opened trade with Europe
They traded with China, Portugal, the Netherlands, England, and Spain
Goods:
Clocks
Eyeglasses
Tobacco
Guns
Cannons

17. Important Facts About the Tokugawa Empire:
Tokugawa took power in 1600 and his dynasty ruled until 1867
Emperor had no power – the power is with military leaders called Shoguns
Tokugawa Shoguns isolated Japan to limit foreign influence
Under the Tokugawa rule, Japan enjoyed stability, prosperity, and isolationism

18. Tokugawa Empire Isolationism:
Jesuits sent over missionaries to convert Japanese to Christianity
Missionaries were taking away traditional values and beliefs – Christianity was eventually banned
The Shoguns believed Christians were the root of rebellion in Japan
Japan resealed their borders and exiled foreigners

19. Isolationism Enforced in the Tokugawa Empire:
All foreigners exiled or murdered
Only the trade port of Nagasaki was left open for Dutch and Chinese traders
No Japanese citizen could leave the country so they could not bring back new ideas
Became self-sufficient without foreign interference

20. Culture of the Tokugawa Empire:
Kabuki Theater
Traditional form of Japanese theater
Although created by a woman, all roles both men and women, are played by men
Plays are grand historical events and everyday life
Use extravagant costumes, mask-like make-up, and exaggerated postures and gestures

21. Regional Civiliations – The Qing Dynasty:
The Most Significant Ruler:
Hsuan-yeh
Location:
China
Capital:
Beijing
Religion:
Buddhism

23. Trade in the Qing Dynasty:
Traded with the Dutch first, who opened the market
Goods:
Porcelain
Silk
Tea

24. Other Important Facts About the Qing Dynasty:
Reduced government expenses and lowered taxes
China was an isolated nation and saw themselves as superior to others
A population explosion happened during this dynasty
Sons were seen as the favored child

25. Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 3:
Find the Tokugawa Empire and color it orange. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Tokugawa Empire. Color it orange and be sure to label it appropriately.
Find the Qing Dynasty and color it green. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Qing Dynasty. Color it green and be sure to label it appropriately.

26. Regional Civilizations – The Songhai Empire:
Founder and Most Significant Ruler:
Sonni Ali
Location:
West Africa (modern day Mali and Nigeria)
Capital:
Gao
Religion:
Traditional/tribal beliefs
Islam

28. Trade in the Songhai Empire:
Controlled the Trans-Saharan Trade route
Eventually took over the Kingdom of Mali
Goods:
Gold
Salt
Ivory
Slaves

29. Regional Civilizations Map Activity Pt. 4:
Find the Songhai Empire and color it purple. Next, in your map key, draw a new swatch for the Songhai Empire. Color it purple and be sure to label it appropriately.