History of science and technology in China

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/history-of-science-and-technology-in-china

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Who invented History of science and technology in China?Abacus, sundial, Kongming lantern, compass, gunpowder, papermaking, printing
2. What is the peak innovation period?Tang Dynasty (AD 618–906), marked by advancements in astronomy, mathematics, and engineering
3. What are China’s Four Great Inventions?China’s Four Great Inventions are the compass, gunpowder, papermaking, and printing. These inventions helped people travel, protect themselves, write, and share ideas.
4. How did the Chinese compass help sailors?The compass shows which way is north, so sailors can navigate the ocean even when the stars are hidden. It made long sea trips safer and faster.

Abacus: An ancient calculating device utilizing beads on rods for arithmetic operations.
Kongming Lantern: A historical Chinese sky lantern, a precursor to modern hot air balloons.
Compass: A navigational instrument utilizing Earth's magnetic field to indicate direction.
Gunpowder: An explosive mixture, historically significant in warfare and pyrotechnics.