HIS101 Unit 4 Discussion (dq1+dq2)

Unit 4.1 Discussion: Asian Empires (HIS101 World Civilization)

Debate with your classmates whether the dynastic cycle is unique to China or can it be connected to other civilizations throughout history. Do you believe that Sassanid Persia or Gupta India represent a form of the Dynastic Cycle as evidenced in Chinese history? Make sure to include specific examples to support your position. When responding to classmates, provide new, additional research to support or disprove their position. Make sure to use proper APA format for all citations provided and include a reference list for the citations you use.

Unit 4.2 Discussion: Ancient Japan (HIS101 World Civilization)

Discuss with your classmates the influence of China on the political and religious development of Japan during the first millennium CE. Debate which influences you believe to be the most important in shaping the culture of Japan. In your debate, explain if this influence had a positive or negative effect on Japan's development and society. Make sure to provide specific examples to support your position. When responding to your classmates, include new, additional research to support or disprove their position. Make sure to use proper APA format for all citations provided and include a reference list for the citations you use.