world culture discussion/ no APA format

                              

Describe two (2) specific aspects about the Great Wall of China, such as facts about its size, length, purposes, varied materials, labor force, and its phases of construction. Consider the various purposes of such a wall and its impact for good or bad, and compare the Chinese wall in this respect to some specific wall of more modern times. ExploreChina and Its Great WallChapter 7 (pp. 216-218, 225), early phases, (pp. 617-618) later phase Explore wall interactively at

http://www.airpano.ru/files/China-Great-Wall/2-2

Video at

http://www.discovery.com/tv-shows/other-shows/videos/discovery-atlas-china-revealed-the-great-wall.htm

UNESCO article at

http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/438

 Wall Less Great in View from Space article at

http://www.nasa.gov/vision/space/workinginspace/great_wall.html

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Two interesting facts about the Great Wall
This part is pretty easy just assess any of the following
such as facts about its size, length, purposes, varied materials, labor force, and its phases of construction
be pretty specific here, don’t just list a fact, but also assess why you think these facts are impressive or cool 

 
What was the purpose of the Wall and how successful was it?
This part requires a bit of thought.  Walls are much more than just physical barriers, they also mark clearly defining boundaries for cultures and they are also symbolic and psychological barriers as well.  Think about how the ancient Chinese felt when they saw this Wall as well as how outsiders (particularly the Mongols) felt about seeing this.  Did it signify the superiority of China?  Did it mark a clear line between civilized society and barbarians? 

 

Examples of other more modern examples of walls and their uses

Lots to choose from here, so feel free to explore.  Some easy ones to discuss might include Hadrian’s Wall, the Berlin Wall, or even the proposed wall that President Trump wants to put up on the border with Mexico.  Do more than  just list one, talk about your example in some detail and assess how it compares (in purpose, design, and scope) to the Great Wall