In this chapter, it is discussed the successes of China's powerful government. China influenced the world, but also changed with its many interactions with non-chinese people. They influenced their ideas to other civilizations, which they improved and made their own. China regained it unity under the Sui Dynasty. With the vast expansion of the country's canal system, connected North and South China. The canal stretched 1,200 miles in length. With China's uprising, there established arts, literature, paintings and so much more! They also came to an examination system, which gave the ability to print books for the first time in world history. Young men prepared for exams which was essential. These exams gave ability to higher positions, keeping in mind that cheating was completely off limits. Official positions went to sons of privileged, even if they had not passed the exams. It was very important for men to pass these exams. They pretty much determined there future.
Women in the Song Dynasty were separated from men. They were often viewed as a distraction. The remarriage of widows, though legally permissible, was increasingly condemned. They were only able to receive education that had to do with how to properly teach their children, especially boys. This made sure that their boys had a better understanding on how to become a man before staring school. Foot binding was later spread within the Chinese society. It consisted of tight wrapping of young girls feet, usually breaking the bones of the foot and causing intense pain. This associated a new image for female beauty. Also, it served to distinguish Chinese women from the "barbarian" counterparts and elite women from the commoners and peasants.
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