The Black Death
How did the Black Death spread?
It spread through ships and caravans along trade routes.
What type of storm took place during the battle?
They were divine winds or a kamikaze.
How many voyages did Zheng He go on?
He traveled by ship 7 times.
Where is the palace located and why is it so large?
It is located in Beijing and shows how powerful the dynasty was when it was built.
What objects were created by porcelain?
Bowls, vases, plates and water jugs were created by porcelain during the Ming dynasty.
How did it spread QUICKLY?
Rats and flees traveled with people as they escaped from the Mongols.
Why were the divine winds or kamikaze important to the battles?
It stopped the Mongol invasion.
What was the purpose of Zheng He's voyages?
He traveled by ship (voyages) to trade and tell the world about China.
Which Ming emperor build the Forbidden City?
Emperor Yongle built the palace.
What color(s) were most of the porcelain objects during this time?
What does the word imperial mean?
What was the harmful plant that was sold as a drug to China?
It was called Opium.
What is the difference between a voyage and a route?
A voyage means to travel by ship on water, while a route is to travel on land.
She ruled during the Qing dynasty.
Why was porcelain so expensive during this time period?
Porcelain was made from a special type of clay and procedure only skilled artists from China knew how to create.
What was the germ that caused the Black Death?
It was a bacteria called Yersinia pestis.
What caused Great Britain and China to have a conflict with each other?
The British wanted more trading opportunities in China.
What was created after the fall of Qing dynasty?
The Republic of China was created after the fall of Qing.
Why did some people dislike the empress?
She was a powerful ruler who did not make changes to help China grow with the times.
What is the significance of Ming porcelain to the dynasty?
P (Point):
Ming porcelain was significant to the dynasty because it showed China’s wealth, skill, and strong trade connections.
E (Evidence):
Ming porcelain was made from fine clay and often decorated with blue and white designs. It was highly valued and traded to places like Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
E (Explain/Evaluate):
Because many countries wanted Ming porcelain, it helped China earn money and build strong trade relationships. It also showed the advanced technology and artistic talent of the Ming dynasty. This made China more respected and powerful in the world.
L (Link):
Therefore, Ming porcelain was important because it strengthened the economy, increased global trade, and demonstrated the dynasty’s cultural and technological achievements.
P (Point):
People during the Black Death likely felt terrified and hopeless because the disease spread quickly and killed millions of people.
E (Evidence):
The Black Death spread along trade routes from Asia to Europe, and many people did not understand what caused it. Whole families and villages became sick, and there was no cure.
E (Explain/Evaluate):
Because people did not know about germs, they were confused and scared. They watched their friends and family die very quickly, which made them feel helpless. Many people also believed the disease was a punishment, which increased fear and sadness.
L (Link):
Overall, the Black Death caused strong emotions like fear, confusion, and despair because of how fast it spread and how deadly it was.
What did the Opium War do for China.
It revealed that Qing had weakened and contributed to its fall.
What did the end of Qing dynasty mean for China?
It was an end of imperial, or emperor, ruling.
In what year did the Qing dynasty end?
It ended in 1912, a little over 100 years ago.
Explain in PEEL paragraph form how the Qing dynasty ended.
P (Point):
The Qing dynasty ended because it became weak due to internal problems and pressure from other countries.
E (Evidence):
There were many rebellions, such as the Taiping Rebellion, which caused death and destruction. The government also lost wars like the Opium Wars and the Sino-Japanese War, which showed that China was weaker than other nations.
E (Explain/Evaluate):
Because of these problems, the Qing government lost control and people stopped trusting their leaders. Foreign countries gained more power in China, and the economy became unstable. When a government cannot protect its people or stay strong, it cannot continue to rule effectively.
L (Link):
Therefore, the Qing dynasty logically ended because internal rebellions and external pressures made it too weak to survive.