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Based on the China crash course you watched for homework, what are some distinguishing characteristics of ancient Chinese civilization?
 * Do Now:** Questions to Answer before we start:

**Directions:**
 * Questions to answer by the end of the lesson:**
 * 1) Compare early complex society in East Asia with those in Mesopotamia.
 * 2) What does social stratification indicate about a society?

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Exit Slip/Review:


 * 1) Make a table comparing early complex society in East Asia with those in Mesopotamia.
 * 2) What does social stratification indicate about a society?


 * Homework: Read pp 76-87 in your book and answer the following in your notebook:**
 * 1. How has the geography of China shaped it's history?**
 * 2. How did religious beliefs shape politics and culture in Ancient China?**
 * 3. Can the ancient Chinese dynasties be considered advanced civilizations? Explain specific reasons why.**