Sun Tzu

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Write what each word means, using the article.

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1. What is the period of activity?Spring and Autumn period (circa 771–476 BCE)
2. What is the central strategic tenet?The supreme excellence lies in breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting
3. Who was Sun Tzu?Sun Tzu was an ancient Chinese general and strategist who lived a long time ago, around 771 to 476 BCE. He wrote a famous book called The Art of War that teaches smart ways to win battles without fighting.
4. What is The Art of War about?It is a book that explains how to win battles by using clever planning, learning about the enemy, and using tricks instead of just fighting. It has thirteen chapters that cover different parts of strategy.

Hegemony: Leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others.
Logistics: The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.
Psychological Warfare: The use of propaganda and other measures to influence the enemy's morale and public opinion.