Ming Dynasty
Who found the Ming Dynasty?
Zhu Yuanzhang
What is Zheng He’s job?
A navigator and diplomat.
What does “I” and “S”
stands for?
I:Individuals
S:Societies
Who discovered America?
Christopher Columbus
Did ancient Egyptians use pyramids for home or tomb?
Tomb
How to get a job in Ming Dynasty?
Pass some exams.
What were the main goal of this voyage?
Spread Chinese culture
What specific subjects are included in I&S?
History, Geography, Sociology, Politics, Economics
Do explores need to be rich?
No
Which dynasty was the most prosperous one?
Tang
Who was the Yongle Emperor?
The third emperor of the Ming dynasty.
How many voyages did Zheng He go on?
7
What is the significance of this subject?
Understand the world
Who is the most famous explorer in the Tang dynasty?
Xuanzang
Which dynasty ruled for the longest time?
Zhou
What was the role of the civil service exam?
It was a system for selecting government officials.
What goods were traded?
High-quality handicrafts and agricultural products
What are some of the methods to improve I&S? (Give just one example)
Discuss, Link to current events
What was the most common means of transportation used by those explorers?
Ship
Who is the first queen in the history?
Ku-Baba
How was women's status?
Low
What exotic animals were brought back to China?
giraffes, zebras, and ostriches
How does social stratification affect an individual's opportunities and life trajectory?
Resources, Opportunities, Life trajectory
What did Zheng He took back for China?
Exotic animals, jewels, spices
How many continents did the Roman Empire span during its peak?
3