#1 Students will be able to explain the most significant historical events that helped transform China from a developing nation into a modern world power.
#2 Students will be able to describe and evaluate strategies that China's government has used to support the world's most populated country of 1.4 billion people.
Task 1 Reading: From 3rd World to World Power China has gone through many changes with many different leaders since the 1950s. Read about the most significant changes to better understand how China has modernized. As you read, think about the most important changes and events in China. You will be asked to pick 4 and list them in chronologic order.
Work with a partner to learn about actions and strategies that the Communist government in China has taken to support the needs of it's citizens. You will choose 1 topic to become an expert in. Your job is to learn about your topic, teach your partner, and share your opinion:
Is China succeeding or failing at taking care of it's people? You and your partner will fill out a report card and grade China's performance.