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