The Zhou Dynasty and The Mandate of Heaven
Zhou Dynasty – 3 Periods
• The Western Zhou Period (1046BCE–771BCE)– Zhou replace Shang Dynasty– Zhou Dynasty gradually lost control of kingdom
• The Spring and Autumn Period (771BCE–481BCE)– also known as Eastern Zhou Period– Nobles rebelled against the king
• The Warring States Period (481BCE–221BCE)– Nobles fought each other
Zhou Dynasty Worksheet
• Complete the worksheet by filling in the blanks (10 minutes)
Mandate of Heaven
Video clip
• http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/at/conf_teaching/ct13.html
Establishing the Mandate of Heaven
• Read Textbook page 195 - The role of kings and emperors
• Read Textbook pages 197-199- Who was a key figure in Ancient China?
• In your workbook, answer the Activity Questions on page 195 and page 199– If time is short, make sure you answer Q4 on page
195 and Q6 on page 199
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