Monday-  Unit 9 Preview, “East Asia and the Pacific World”  pages 632-647

Chapter 31 – “China”

Section 1, “The Emergence of Modern China”  pages 651-658

vocabulary:  sphere of influence, abdicate, warlord, light industry, martial law

Students will learn China is a vast and ancient country that has seen far-reaching changes over the past two centuries.

Section 1 Guided Reading and Review worksheet / Quiz

Tuesday-  Section 2, “Regions of China”  pages 659-664

vocabulary:  double cropping, theocrat, autonomous region

Students will learn that China’ geographic vastness and cultural diversity are reflected in the character of its four major regions.

Section 2 Guided Reading worksheet

Wednesday-  Section 3, “China’s People and Culture”  pages 665-669

vocabulary:  ideogram, atheism, accupuncture

Students will learn that China draws strength from its rich culture and traditions as it struggles with overpopulation.

Section 3 Quiz

Thursday-  Section 4, “China’s Neighbors”  pages 672-676

vocabulary:  buffer, provisional government, exodus

Students will learn that Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Mongolia have distinct characteristics and unique roles in Asian concerns.

Section 4 Guided Reading and Quiz

Friday-  Chapter 31 Review and Assessment, pages 678-679