Required Texts: The Essential World History by Duiker and Spielvogel, published by Cengage, 8th edition, ISBN 978-1-305-51022-7 (full edition) OR 978-1305645356 (Volume I only)
Please, please, please use ONLY the textbook above.
Please, please use simple wording and clear and short answers as numbered.
Please answer the following questions.
1.Geographically speaking, how was the interior of Africa isolated from the chaos that was going on in the Mediterranean during the Bronze Age collapse?
- The Spring and Autumn Period is so named because of the changes occurring at that time. Name and describe in detail 2 major changes.
- How does the Yin and the Yang work with multiple Chinese philosophies during this period? Keep in mind that no one philosophy is ‘yin’ or ‘yang’ — there is a balance in all philosophies. Choose two of the philosophies we discussed in class and describe how they would work with the principle of achieving balance.
On page 66, we have some of Confucius’ saying from the Analects, which my be his words or those of his followers. - Which of these do you recognize right away? Which ones surprise you?
- Is Confucius’ message consistent? What values do these Analects emphasize?