Wednesday, Jan. 11

GLOBAL I:

Today we will take a look at the Tang/Song Dynasty in China and begin our examination of Russia. By the end of the period the students should be able to answer these questions:

Define the steppe region.

What term is used for the open fields of Russia?

What is the disadvantage of the steppe region?

What is one advantage of the steppe region?

Much of Russia’s trade was with what other Empire?

List 3 things the Russians got from the Byzantine Empire.

What was the religion of Russia?

What was the name of the alphabet of Russia?

What civilization used the Cyrillic alphabet?

What title was used for the rulers of Russia?

Define czar.

List 3 accomplishments of the Golden Age of China.

What dynasty or empire is associated with the Golden Age of China?

What 2 territories were added to China during the Tang and Song Dynasties?

List 2 major technology advancements of the Golden Age of China.

Who is found in an extended family?

What philosophy were Chinese children often taught?

What part of Confucianism was stressed to Chinese children during the Tang dynasty?

Define dowry.

What term is used for the payment that a bride’s family had to make for a marriage?

GLOBAL II:

Today the class will take a quiz on the Russian Revolution notes that we have been working on since the Christmas break. Tomorrow and Friday the students will be taking a unit exam so we will also collect any bonus work today.