CHINESE
CIVILization
BY: FAUSTOR, TORING,
POLO, SOTTO
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
A. The earliest known form of
Chinese writing is found on oracle
bones used in divination.
B. The Chinese invented silk, which
was one of their main exports along
the Silk Road.
C. Confucianism was the only
religion practiced in ancient China.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
Confucianism was the only
religion practiced in ancient
China.
LIE: c. Confucianism was a philosophy, not
a religion, and ancient China had multiple
belief systems, including Daoism and
Buddhism.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
A. The first Emperor of China, Qin Shi
Huang, ordered the construction of the
Great Wall of China.
B. Gunpowder was accidentally discovered
by Chinese alchemists seeking an elixir for
immortality.
C. Chinese civilization developed in
complete isolation from other ancient
civilizations.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
Chinese civilization developed in
complete isolation from other
ancient civilizations.
Lie: C. Chinese civilization did have contact
with other cultures, especially through
trade routes like the Silk Road.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
A. The Chinese zodiac consists of 12
animals and cycles every 12 years.
B. The Forbidden City was built during
the Tang Dynasty.
C. Chinese paper-making techniques
spread to the West via the Silk Road.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
The Forbidden City was built
during the Tang Dynasty.
Lie: B. The Forbidden City was built during
the Ming Dynasty, not the Tang Dynasty.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
The famous Chinese philosopher
Confucius was born during the Zhou
Dynasty.
The compass was invented during the
Song Dynasty and was originally used
for divination.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
The Chinese invented democracy
and practiced it during the Han
Dynasty.
(Lie: Democracy was not practiced in
ancient China; the political systems were
largely imperial and hierarchical.)
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
A. The Chinese invented movable-type
printing, revolutionizing the spread of
knowledge.
B. The dragon in Chinese culture is a
symbol of evil and destruction.
C. The famous Chinese explorer Zheng
He led naval expeditions that reached as
far as Africa.
2 TRUTHS AND A LIE
The dragon in Chinese culture is
a symbol of evil and destruction.
Lie: B. The dragon in Chinese culture is
actually a symbol of power, strength, and
good fortune.
Introduction to Chinese Civilization
One of the world’s oldest civilizations
with over 5,000 years of continuous
history.
Influenced by geography, political
evolution, philosophy, scientific
achievements, and cultural contributions.
Early History & Geographic Context
Originated in the Yellow River
Valley (5000 BCE).
Early agricultural communities:
Yangshao culture (millet farming)
and Yangtze River region (rice
farming).
Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism
Confucianism: Filial piety, social harmony,
and moral governance.
Daoism: Harmony with the Dao, simplicity,
and non-action.
Legalism: Strict laws and centralized
control, influential during the Qin Dynasty.
1. COMPASS
COMPASS is a crucial navigational instrument that helps determine
direction. It works by aligning itself with the Earth’s ma angnetic field,
pointing towards the magnetic poles. This allows users to establish
direction ( north, south, east and west) and navigate more effectively
2. PAPER MAKING
what is PAPER MAKING?
Paper-making is the process of producing paper from
raw materials, typically plant fibers like wood pulp, by
breaking them down, mixing them with water, and
then forming and drying them into sheets.
The one who invented paper making is Cai
Lun
3. ACUPUNCTURE
WHEN DID ACUPUNCTURE START IN
CHINA?
" Qi "
In Chinese medicine, a meridian channel is also known as a Jing Iou through
which Qi (vital life energy) Xue (blood) Jinye (body fluids), Jing (essence) and
Shen (spirit) flow. One meridian channel relates to each of the 12 inner organs.
What is the main idea of
Acupuncture?
4. TEA PRODUCTION
What is the story of tea in China
Emperor
Shen Nong
"Divine Farmer"
What is Chinese culture about te
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for
centuries.
Making and drinking a cup of tea provides a moment of tranquility
to escape from everyday life.
Four Chinese Teas
CAMILLA
SINENSIS PLANT
5. SILK
SILKWORM COCOON
1. Cai Lun (蔡伦)
Invention: Paper (c. 105 CE)
Zhang Heng (张衡)
Invention: Seismograph (132 CE)
Bi Sheng (毕升)
Invention: Movable Type Printing
(11th Century CE)
