The Impact of the Ming Dynasty

The Impact of the Ming Dynasty

Grade 12th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can evaluate the political, economic, and cultural impacts of the Ming dynasty on China and the world.

Warm-Up Video

Robin's Historical Records · 6:16

The Ming Dynasty l History of China, EP12 (History Documentary)

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The Ming Dynasty was established in 1368 in Nanjing by Ju Yuan Jang after peasant uprisings against the Yuan Dynasty.

  • 2

    Emperor Hong Wu implemented reforms to establish a Confucian state by promoting education, reforming the civil service, and issuing the Six Maxims.

  • 3

    The Yong La Emperor moved the capital to Beijing, renovated the Grand Canal, launched military campaigns, and commissioned maritime expeditions led by a Muslim unic to expand China's international influence.

Practice Questions

9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe two significant ways the Yong La Emperor impacted the Ming Dynasty's global influence, providing specific examples from the video.

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