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Published on Apr 18, 2016

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In previous lessons:

  • Early Chinese settlements
  • The Shang dynasty
  • Features of Chinese civilisations
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8 features of Chinese civilisation

  • Government
  • Economic activities
  • Housing
  • Clothing
  • Education
  • Leisure activities
  • The Arts
  • Festivals
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In today's lesson:

  • Four great inventions of ancient China
  • Which is the best invention of ancient China?

Compass

Paper

Printing

Gunpowder

Which is the best invention of ancient China?

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In your groups...

  • Decide on one best invention
  • Write your creative reasons down on a piece of paper
  • Present it to the class later (in 1 minute)
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Group roles

  • Presenter
  • Noise controller
  • Scriber
  • Time keeper
  • Presenter/ noise controller

Why is this invention the best?

  • Did many people benefit from it? Who
  • Is this invention still relevant today?
  • What are its important or creative uses?
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Presentation rules:

  • Pay attention to presenters
  • Clap after each presentation
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A star and a wish

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In today's lesson:

  • Four great inventions of ancient China
  • Which is the best invention of ancient China?