Introduction
We've seen the knights in shining armor and the squires that clean up the blood and muddy mess, but what was happening AFTER the Middle Ages? As we enter the 1700s it's time we get a big, clear picture of what life was like for everyone- not just rich European monarchs! After you see what life was really like, you'll have to decide, could YOU survive the 1700s?!
Task
Your task is to evaluate the quality of life for humans in general around the world during the 1700s using a set of websites to guide you along and a worksheet to complete with a partner. You will then decide if you, yourself are fit to survive the 1700s. Remember- gender (if you're a boy or a girl) might matter when making your decision!
Process
Use your worksheet and the provided websites to travel the world during the 1700s. Answer the questions about each topic using your own personal notes, findings and conclusions from the information you gather. Answer in complete sentences.
Topic 1: Daily Life for the Rich & Poor in Europe
Website 1, Life in 1600 & 1700s France: https://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1127/p18s02-hfks.html
Website 2, Life for the rich & poor in England: http://www.localhistories.org/stuart.html
Google image "Infanta Margarita"
Topic 2: Life in 1600s India
Website 3, Economic conditions in India: http://www.historydiscussion.net/history-of-india/mughal-emperors/life-during-the-rule-of-mughals-indian-history/6625
Google image "Taj Mahal" "Shah Jahan Peacock Throne" and the "Pearl Mosque of Agra"
Topic 3: Expansion of the British Empire
Website 4, Timeline of British Expansion & changes in Europe: https://www.infoplease.com/history-and-government/1000-1899-ad-world-history/1700-1799-ad-world-history
Website 5, Youtube video on British takeover of India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yV6rOFSe8s
Topic 4: Decline of China
Website 6, Problems in the Qing Dynasty: http://www.china-mike.com/chinese-history-timeline/part-10-qing-dynasty/
Website 7. The White Lotus Rebellion: https://www.onwar.com/aced/chrono/c1700s/yr90/whitelotusrebellion.htm
Topic 5: The Rise of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
Website 8, Reasons for the development of the slave trade: https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/guides/z22nfg8/revision/8